Doctors highlight 11 diseases that may cause significant issues by 2025, including a potential resurgence of Covid-19 and the emergence of an unknown 'Disease X.' Measles, cholera, scabies, and bird flu are also noted for their potential threat due to declining vaccination rates and climate change impacts.

NCDC, which falls under the Union Health Ministry is also closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases.

Alarming videos that have emerged on social media appear to show hospitals in China overwhelmed by the outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV).

China has reported the outbreak of another respiratory virus — human metapneumovirus (HMPV) — which is rapidly spreading in several parts of the country. Amid the rise in cases, health authorities across the world are warning over the outbreak and emphasising on enhancing hygiene measures such as wearing face masks and washing hands.