News for 'viral infections'

Covid may damage brain like Parkinson's disease

Covid may damage brain like Parkinson's disease

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

COVID-19 patients commonly report symptoms such as brain fog, headaches, and insomnia, complications which are not new after a viral infection, the researchers said.

Maha reports 30,535 COVID-19 cases, highest in day

Maha reports 30,535 COVID-19 cases, highest in day

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

Maharashtra on Sunday reported 30,535 fresh COVID-19 cases, the highest rise in a single day, the state health department said.

One more swine flu death in Pune; toll 34

One more swine flu death in Pune; toll 34

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

One more person died of swine flu in Pune on Friday night, taking the death toll due to the viral infection in the city to 34, health officials said on Saturday. Sandeep Dayne, 35, died on Friday night at a private hospital, where he had been undergoing treatment since August 28. Meanwhile, six fresh cases of the viral infection have been detected in the city, which has been worst hit by the pandemic.

Yogi says Omicron 'common viral fever', but caution important

Yogi says Omicron 'common viral fever', but caution important

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

He said it took 15-25 days to recover for those who were infected with the Delta variant of the virus in March-April last year and even after recuperating, they complained about a number of problems.

Second Covid booster shot not on govt agenda now: Sources

Second Covid booster shot not on govt agenda now: Sources

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

A fourth COVID shot is unwarranted at the moment as most people in the country are yet to receive their third dose, they said.

HMPV: 2 cases detected in Maha; Centre asks states to step up surveillance

HMPV: 2 cases detected in Maha; Centre asks states to step up surveillance

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The Indian government has advised states to intensify surveillance for respiratory illnesses, including influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory illnesses (SARI), following the detection of five human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country. The decision comes amidst reports of a surge in HMPV cases in China. The Union Health Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava, chaired a virtual meeting with states and union territories to discuss the situation and public health measures. While there is no cause for public concern, the government is emphasizing the importance of preventive measures such as handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and avoiding close contact with those showing symptoms.

Mumbai reports nearly 7000 new COVID-19 cases

Mumbai reports nearly 7000 new COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com28 Mar 2021

A total of 3,380 people were discharged during the day, taking the overall number of recoveries in the megapolis to 3,40,935, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said.

Mumbai reports highest-ever number of 5,185 new Covid cases

Mumbai reports highest-ever number of 5,185 new Covid cases

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Mumbai on Wednesday reported its highest one-day rise in COVID-19 cases so far with 5,185 new infections coming to light, said the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

1-year-old is Mumbai's 7th measles death, 164 cases so far in city

1-year-old is Mumbai's 7th measles death, 164 cases so far in city

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

With 184 new cases having symptoms of fever and rashes on the body, the number of suspected measles cases in the city rose to 1,263, and 647 of these cases included children in the age group of 1 to 4 years, the BMC said in a release on Wednesday.

Recovering Gill to miss Afghanistan, Pakistan matches

Recovering Gill to miss Afghanistan, Pakistan matches

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Shubman Gill was discharged from hospital after recovering from a bout of dengue fever but is most likely to miss the World Cup match against Pakistan in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

Siddaramaiah recovers from COVID-19, to be discharged tomorrow

Siddaramaiah recovers from COVID-19, to be discharged tomorrow

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

The Leader of Opposition in the state assembly celebrated his 72nd birthday on Wednesday. Siddaramaiah has 'completely recovered', and according to doctors the throat swab and blood test conducted for the second time, have come negative, a statement said.

PM to address nation at 8 pm on coronavirus outbreak

PM to address nation at 8 pm on coronavirus outbreak

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Nearly 500 coronavirus cases have been reported in India so far, according to the health ministry data on Tuesday.

Pakistan-England Test to proceed as scheduled

Pakistan-England Test to proceed as scheduled

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

England indicated that they're in a position to field a playing XI in Rawalpindi against Pakistan in the opening Test.

Chhagan Bhujbal becomes 7th Maha minister to test Covid positive

Chhagan Bhujbal becomes 7th Maha minister to test Covid positive

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Maharashtra Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal on Monday said he has tested positive for coronavirus.

Doctors order Henin-Hardenne to rest

Doctors order Henin-Hardenne to rest

Rediff.com21 Apr 2004

A medical report said the world number one is suffering from a viral infection.

India logs 2,858 new Covid infections, 11 deaths; active cases drop

India logs 2,858 new Covid infections, 11 deaths; active cases drop

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The active cases comprise 0.04 per cent of the total infections. The national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 98.74 per cent, the ministry said.

Monsoon: 10 Foods To Stay Healthy

Monsoon: 10 Foods To Stay Healthy

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

A pinch of turmeric in a glass of milk or with honey in hot water would be ideal for the monsoon.

Covid virus can linger in human body for over 1 year, finds study

Covid virus can linger in human body for over 1 year, finds study

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The researchers from the University of California, San Francisco found pieces of SARS-CoV-2, referred to as COVID antigens, lingering in the blood up to 14 months after infection and for over two years in tissue samples from people who had COVID-19.

Festival season a 'critical period': BMC amid Covid fear

Festival season a 'critical period': BMC amid Covid fear

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The metropolis saw an upward trend in daily COVID-19 cases in the second week of October.

2 days on, 30 police teams on lookout, Saif's attacker still on run

2 days on, 30 police teams on lookout, Saif's attacker still on run

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

The attacker's face was captured in CCTV footage. The video showed the assailant, wearing a red scarf and carrying a backpack, scurrying down the stairs from the sixth floor of the 'Satguru Sharan' building, where Khan lives, at around 2.30 am.

First-ever phase-3 trial for dengue vaccine begins in India

First-ever phase-3 trial for dengue vaccine begins in India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Panacea Biotec have initiated the first-ever phase three clinical trial for developing a dengue vaccine in India, the Union Health Ministry said on Wednesday.

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: What Killed Ustad Zakir Hussain

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: What Killed Ustad Zakir Hussain

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

'It's almost like the tissue of the lung has a cancer spreading to it, which is causing scarring and rapidly progresses.'

India logs 2,075 new Covid infections, 71 deaths; active cases drop

India logs 2,075 new Covid infections, 71 deaths; active cases drop

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

The death toll due to the viral disease climbed to 5,16,352 with 71 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated.

After Mumbai, XE variant of Covid detected in Gujarat

After Mumbai, XE variant of Covid detected in Gujarat

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

XE, the latest mutant of Omicron may be more transmissible than the previous ones, the World Health Organization has said.

Experts warn of spike in Swine flu cases, other viral diseases in Delhi

Experts warn of spike in Swine flu cases, other viral diseases in Delhi

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

With Delhi witnessing an increase in swine flu cases, they have also advised people to follow the mask mandate and adhere to social distancing norms.

COVID: 'India is safe for the present'

COVID: 'India is safe for the present'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

'Viral infections rise in winter and better care needs to be taken in the next few months.'

South African Prez contracts Covid amid Omicron spread

South African Prez contracts Covid amid Omicron spread

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

President Ramaphosa contracted COVID-19 infection on a day when the country recorded a new high of 37,875 new infections overnight, dramatically up from the previous day's 17,154 new cases.

COVID-19 Cases: No Reason For Alarm

COVID-19 Cases: No Reason For Alarm

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

'The fortunate part is that the severity is less. New strains are continuously forming and the virus is getting less severe.'

No plan to curb Mumbai suburban train travel for now: BMC

No plan to curb Mumbai suburban train travel for now: BMC

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

There is no proposal at present to put any restrictions on suburban train travel in Mumbai, a senior civic official has said amid the metropolis recording a surge in new coronavirus cases.

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, could be headed for the players' auction after failing to make a breakthrough in negotiations, while K L Rahul is also unlikely to be retained by LSG.

Downpour Of Diseases In India

Downpour Of Diseases In India

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Kerala has had 202 fatalities in 2024 so far. In July alone, there were 202,122 episodes of fever, 2,250 cases of dengue, 1,850 cases of mumps and several other illnesses. 10,000 cases of dengue have been reported from Karnataka. 1,000 swine flu cases have been documented in Rajasthan.

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'Seek medical help if after five days of the first symptom the fever has not subsided.'

Mpox a public health emergency of global concern: WHO

Mpox a public health emergency of global concern: WHO

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

This comes amid a rapid surge in spread of the disease in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, and its detection in neighbouring countries as well.

COVID: Active cases tally below 1.50 lakh

COVID: Active cases tally below 1.50 lakh

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease has gone up to 4,32,67,571.

Encephalitis: 7 more succumb, death toll touches 433

Encephalitis: 7 more succumb, death toll touches 433

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

Seven more children succumbed to encephalitis since Sunday evening pushing the death toll from the viral infection in Uttar Pradesh's eastern region to 433 this year, officials said.

Active Covid cases in India continue to rise with 975 new infections

Active Covid cases in India continue to rise with 975 new infections

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

India's COVID-19 tally climbed to 4,30,40,947 on Saturday with 975 more people testing positive for the viral disease, while the active cases increased to 11,366, according to Union health ministry data.

Coronavirus cases in Maharashtra go up to 101

Coronavirus cases in Maharashtra go up to 101

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The patients have been kept in isolation wards and are being provided medical treatment, the officials said.

Over 10 Maha ministers, 20 MLAs tested Covid positive: Ajit Pawar

Over 10 Maha ministers, 20 MLAs tested Covid positive: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

"We cut short the Assembly session recently. So far, over 10 ministers and over 20 MLAs have tested positive for coronavirus. Everybody wants to be part of the celebrations of New Year, birthdays and other occasions. Keep in mind that the new variant (Omicron) spreads fast and hence caution is needed," he said.

India records 1,054 fresh Covid infections, 29 deaths; active cases drop

India records 1,054 fresh Covid infections, 29 deaths; active cases drop

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

The active cases account for 0.03 per cent of the total caseload, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate remained at 98.76 per cent, the ministry said.

'The faster one vaccinates, the lower the infections'

'The faster one vaccinates, the lower the infections'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

'We are not yet out of the woods.' 'If India sees the South African or Brazilian type of mutations, our numbers will rapidly rise.'