HMPV Virus Live Updates: The health ministry has urged states to strengthen and review surveillance of Influenza Like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) following the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases. India has confirmed seven cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in children, with cases reported in Bengaluru, Nagpur, Chennai, and Ahmedabad.
HMPV Virus Live Updates: The health ministry has urged states to strengthen and review surveillance of Influenza Like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) following the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases. On Monday, the Union Health Secretary reviewed the current situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures in place for their management.
Although there has been no surge in respiratory illnesses nationwide, states have been advised to maintain robust surveillance to identify and address potential cases.
India has confirmed seven cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in children, with cases reported in Bengaluru, Nagpur, Chennai, and Ahmedabad. Read more.
Tamil Nadu has reported two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), one each in Chennai and Salem, said the Additional Chief Secretary of the state’s Department of Health and Family Welfare on Monday.
The condition of both affected individuals is stable at present, the Chief Secretary added.
The press release issued by DIPR of the Tamil Nadu government, reads, “Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is not a new virus and it is an already circulating virus that was first identified in 2001. HMPV infections are self-limiting and resolve with symptomatic care, including adequate hydration and rest. The treatment for HMPV is symptomatic and supportive. Presently, 2 cases of Human Metapneumovirus have been reported, one in Chennai and one in Salem. They are stable and are being monitored.”
