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Some cases of HMPV virus spread in China have now started coming to India also. Actually the recent case is from Tamil Nadu. Actually, two cases of HMPV virus infection have been confirmed in Chennai and Salem, Tamil Nadu. Additional Chief Secretary of Health and Family Welfare Department of Tamil Nadu confirmed these cases on Monday. Regarding this, the Chief Secretary said that the condition of both the infected people is currently stable. As stated in the press release issued by DIPR, Government of Tamil Nadu, HMPV is not a new virus. This is an already existing virus which was identified in the year 2001. HMPV infection is self-limiting and can be cured with adequate rest, drinking plenty of water and proper care.
2 cases of HMPV reported in Tamil Nadu
Treatment of HMPV is symptomatic and supportive, the press release said. Currently 2 cases of HMPV have been reported. These cases have been confirmed one in Chennai and one in Salem. The condition of both is currently stable and they are being monitored. According to the release, no significant increase in common respiratory viral pathogens has been observed in Tamil Nadu. Let us inform that on January 6, 2025, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India held a video conference with all the state health officers under the chairmanship of the Union Health Secretary. Senior health officials of Tamil Nadu also participated in the meeting which was led by the Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Department.
A total of 5 cases of HMPV were reported
Let us tell you that the Government of India has clarified that the HMPV virus remains stable and is not a matter of concern. Prevention of HMPV is the same as for any other respiratory infection, such as covering the mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, washing hands, wearing a mask in crowded places, and notifying health facilities if needed. The release said that the Tamil Nadu government is committed and is continuously monitoring influenza-like diseases. Let us tell you that before this, a total of 3 cases of HMPV have been reported in India. Two of these cases have been found in Bengaluru, Karnataka, while another case has been reported in Gujarat. Let us tell you that the spread of this virus is being monitored by all the state governments and the Government of India.
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