Two Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases have been reported from the southern indian state of Karnataka, according to a monday announcement from the Ministry of health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
The instances were found in an eight-month-old boy and a two-month-old girl who both had a family history of bronchopneumonia, according to reports. It was surprising to learn that neither the kids nor their family had ever traveled abroad. The boy is still in the hospital at Bengaluru Baptist Hospital, but the girl has been released following testing. But according to Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) sources, he might be released shortly.
Health Ministry's Response and Surveillance Measures
The health Ministry confirmed both occurrences and said the youngsters, who already have respiratory problems, are being monitored by medical professionals. Additionally, the indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released an alert asking everyone in the country to be on the lookout for respiratory infections.
HMPV: A Viral Respiratory Illness
According to medical professionals, HMPV is a viral respiratory illness that resembles a typical cold. including COVID-19, which spreads by airborne particles and can cause symptoms including breathing difficulties, chest discomfort, and runny nose to severe illnesses.
HMPV Cases Are Not New to India
According to the government, HMPV is not a recent development in India. Numerous nations have reported cases of respiratory ailments connected to the virus. There are numerous cases of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infections (SARI) across the nation, according to data from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and the ICMR.
Preparedness and Ongoing Monitoring
According to the government, recent preparation exercises have ensured that india is ready and equipped to deal with a possible increase in respiratory infections. Additionally, it suggested expanding lab testing through ICMR's network to track HMPV trends all year round. In places like Karnataka, Delhi, and Kerala, surveillance has been started, and in suspected instances, public recommendations have been issued regarding isolation and preventative measures.
Expert Opinions
According to health professionals, HMPV has existed in india for several years and mainly affects toddlers between the ages of 6 and 12 months, however, it can also strike youngsters as old as 14. Atul Goel, the director General of health Services (DGHS), emphasized that HMPV produces flu-like symptoms in young children, just like other respiratory viruses.
The instances were found in an eight-month-old boy and a two-month-old girl who both had a family history of bronchopneumonia, according to reports. It was surprising to learn that neither the kids nor their family had ever traveled abroad. The boy is still in the hospital at Bengaluru Baptist Hospital, but the girl has been released following testing. But according to Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) sources, he might be released shortly.
Health Ministry's Response and Surveillance Measures
The health Ministry confirmed both occurrences and said the youngsters, who already have respiratory problems, are being monitored by medical professionals. Additionally, the indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released an alert asking everyone in the country to be on the lookout for respiratory infections.
HMPV: A Viral Respiratory Illness
According to medical professionals, HMPV is a viral respiratory illness that resembles a typical cold. including COVID-19, which spreads by airborne particles and can cause symptoms including breathing difficulties, chest discomfort, and runny nose to severe illnesses.
HMPV Cases Are Not New to India
According to the government, HMPV is not a recent development in India. Numerous nations have reported cases of respiratory ailments connected to the virus. There are numerous cases of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infections (SARI) across the nation, according to data from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and the ICMR.
Preparedness and Ongoing Monitoring
According to the government, recent preparation exercises have ensured that india is ready and equipped to deal with a possible increase in respiratory infections. Additionally, it suggested expanding lab testing through ICMR's network to track HMPV trends all year round. In places like Karnataka, Delhi, and Kerala, surveillance has been started, and in suspected instances, public recommendations have been issued regarding isolation and preventative measures.
Expert Opinions
According to health professionals, HMPV has existed in india for several years and mainly affects toddlers between the ages of 6 and 12 months, however, it can also strike youngsters as old as 14. Atul Goel, the director General of health Services (DGHS), emphasized that HMPV produces flu-like symptoms in young children, just like other respiratory viruses.
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