HMPV Virus Outbreak News Live: HMPV cases registered in Gujarat and Karnataka, alert from center to state, know how dangerous this virus is
HMPV Virus Outbreak News, HMPV Virus Cases in India (Human Metapneumovirus) 6 January 2024 LIVE Updates: China has given the world another virus. After wreaking havoc in China, the HMPV virus has now reached India as well. A two-month-old baby has been confirmed to be infected with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The infant, a resident of Dungarpur, Rajasthan, was admitted to a hospital in Chandkheda on 24 December due to symptoms of respiratory infection. After which the HMPV virus has been confirmed in the investigation. Two cases have also been found in Karnataka.
Earlier, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) had detected two cases of HMPV in Karnataka through routine surveillance for several respiratory virus pathogens. The Karnataka government on Monday assured that there is nothing to worry about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV). The state government said this after two cases of HMPV were reported in Bengaluru.
Jan 6, 2025 | 09:07 PM IST
Five cases found in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat
Five infants in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat were confirmed to be infected with human metapneumovirus (hMPV) on Monday, the first reported cases of infection with the virus in India. Meanwhile, the Union Health Ministry sought to allay fears, saying it was fully prepared to deal with any possible surge in respiratory illnesses. hMPV is a virus that causes respiratory disease globally and recently news of its outbreak in China caught the world's attention. It is a viral pathogen that causes respiratory infections in people of all age groups.
Jan 6, 2025 | 07:37 PM IST
This is not a new virus, we are keeping an eye on the situation- Nadda
Union Health Minister JP Nadda said that health experts have clarified that HMPV is not a new virus. It was first identified in 2001 and has been spreading across the world for many years. HMPV is airborne through inhalation. It can affect people of all ages. The virus spreads more during the winter and early spring months. Based on recent reports of HMPV cases in China, the Ministry of Health, ICMR and National Centre for Disease Control are closely monitoring the situation in China as well as neighbouring countries. WHO has taken cognizance of the situation and will share its report with us soon. The country's data for respiratory viruses available with ICMR and Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme has also been reviewed and no surge has been observed in any common respiratory viral pathogens in India. A meeting of the Joint Monitoring Group chaired by the Director General of Health Services was held on January 4 to review the situation. The country's health systems and surveillance networks are alert, ensuring that the country is prepared to respond promptly to any emerging health challenges. There is nothing to worry about. We are closely monitoring the situation."
Jan 6, 2025 | 05:51 PM IST
Delhi HMPV Virus Outbreak News Live: HMPV is not like corona
On the HMPV virus, Dr Neeraj Nischal, Additional Professor of Internal Medicine at AIIMS Delhi, says, "... do not compare it (HMPV) to COVID-19 because that was a completely new virus and none of us had immunity against it... HMPV has been described since 2001 and even based on evidence, it dates back to the late 1950s... By the age of 10, most children develop immunity against it..."
Jan 6, 2025 | 04:37 PM IST
Andhra Pradesh HMPV Virus Outbreak News Live: Andhra Pradesh on alert over HMPV
The Andhra Pradesh government had issued a press release in this regard on Sunday. Andhra Pradesh Director of Public Health and Family Welfare K. Padmavati said that this virus spreads from one person to another just like Covid-19. It mainly affects children, the elderly and people with weak immunity.
Jan 6, 2025 | 04:26 PM IST
Karnataka HMPV Virus Outbreak News Live: Karnataka Government in alert mode
The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus is spreading very fast in China. This virus is now slowly spreading in India as well. So far, three cases of this virus have been reported in India. This virus has been confirmed in two children in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The state health department and the administration are in alert mode. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has also come into action. While talking to journalists, the Karnataka CM said that two children infected with the HMPV virus spreading in China have been found in Bengaluru. In view of this, I immediately spoke to Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. It is being told that this virus is not dangerous. Everyone will definitely take steps to stop the spread of this virus. People also need to be cautious. The health department is also alert about the virus.
Jan 6, 2025 | 04:21 PM IST
How to prevent HMPV virus
Dr Rakesh Joshi, superintendent of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, said, "...There is no need to panic. We definitely have to be cautious and take precautions. This virus is not new. It has been there for years. Cases of infection are seen especially in winters. There is no vaccine or specific medicine for this virus infection, treatment is provided according to the symptoms. If we maintain everything, recovery occurs in 5-7 days. Viral infections can be more common in people who have low immunity, especially children and the elderly... If you experience fever, cold or cough - do not go out and isolate yourself... If you feel necessary, use a mask... One case has been reported (in the state), so precautions have to be taken but there is no need to panic...
Jan 6, 2025 | 04:04 PM IST
HMPV Virus Vaccine: Which vaccine for HMPV virus
Vishal Rao, surgical oncologist at HCG Hospital in Bengaluru, said about the HMPV virus, "There is no vaccine available for this virus, but if you have had the flu vaccine, three vaccine doses for the Covid virus, you already have immunity... It is not something that will spread by me talking or breathing like Covid. This is not the case with the HMPV virus as it is a droplet infection caused by coughing. You will need to be cautious."
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:53 PM IST
Delhi HMPV Virus Outbreak News Live: Health department on alert in Delhi
In view of two cases of HMPV in Karnataka, Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj has directed the Health and Family Welfare Department to make full arrangements in Delhi. He said- “As per the advice of the Union Health Ministry, all hospitals should be fully prepared to deal with the possible increase in respiratory diseases. The Health and Family Welfare Department should remain in touch with the Union Health Ministry to get timely updates about the preparations in the capital. There is no need to delay action, if instructions are required, contact me immediately on the phone. The Health Secretary will inspect three hospitals daily and submit a report to the Minister. The Health Secretary will report daily on the EDL list, availability of medicine and ICU beds, status of equipment and PSA plants, availability of data entry operators.”
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:45 PM IST
Karnataka Health Minister said, there is no need to panic
The Karnataka government on Monday assured that there is nothing to worry about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV). The state government said this after two cases of HMPV were reported in Bengaluru. According to the Union Health Ministry, both these patients have no history of international travel. State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said, "I do not think we should panic, as HMPV is not a new virus. The virus is already present in the country. Reports suggest that this is the first case of HMPV in India, which is not true because the HMPV virus is already present in the country and a few percent of people get infected with this virus and it is not a new thing. "
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:45 PM IST
WHO is also showing alert
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is already providing timely updates on the situation in China to provide more information on infection prevention measures. The ministry said recent preparedness measures across the country show that India is prepared to deal with any potential surge in respiratory illnesses and public health measures can be implemented quickly if needed.
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:44 PM IST
Two cases of HMPV in Karnataka
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has detected two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka. The Union Health Ministry gave this information on Monday. The ministry said that a three-month-old girl complained of 'bronchopneumonia' and was admitted to Baptist Hospital in Bengaluru, where she was found to be infected with HMPV. She has already been discharged from the hospital. An eight-month-old infant suffering from 'bronchopneumonia' was admitted to Baptist Hospital on January 3, after which investigation revealed that he was infected with HMPV. It is said that the baby's health is now improving.
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:44 PM IST
An eight-month-old infant is likely to be infected with HMPV
An eight-month-old baby in Bengaluru is suspected to be infected with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), official sources said. They said the case was reported from a private hospital in the city. Sources said the sample has not been tested in a (government) laboratory yet and confirmation is awaited. The Karnataka Health Department had said on January 4 that no case of HMPV infection has been reported in Karnataka.
Jan 6, 2025 | 03:43 PM IST
Guidelines issued to prevent the spread of HMPV in Delhi
Delhi health authorities on Sunday issued advisories to ensure preparedness in view of potential health challenges related to 'human metapneumovirus (hMPV)' and other respiratory infections. According to a statement, Director General (Health Services) Dr Vandana Bagga held a meeting with chief district medical officers and state programme officer of IDSP on Sunday to discuss preparedness to deal with respiratory diseases in Delhi.
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