HMPV Virus Cases Highlights: Uttarakhand issues advisory to prevent HMPV infections

HMPV Virus Cases Live Updates: A total of five cases were detected in India on Monday -- 2 in Karnataka, 1 in Gujarat and 2 in Chennai. In a video statement, Union health minister JP Nadda asserted that the government is closely monitoring the HMPV cases in India and China. He said that there is no reason to be worried. The Union health ministry sought to assuage fears, asserting that it was well-equipped to handle any potential increase in respiratory illnesses. HMPV is a globally recognised respiratory virus that recently gained attention after its outbreak was reported in China. It is a viral pathogen that causes respiratory infections in people of all age groups.While the Karnataka, Gujarat and Maharashtra governments assured that there was no cause for alarm, the Delhi government directed all hospitals in the capital to remain fully prepared to manage a potential surge in respiratory illnesses.