World news: Alert in India amid uncontrolled situation due to new virus in China: Advisory implemented - know here

Amid reports of spread of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in neighboring country China, the Government of India has also become alert. The National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) has started monitoring cases of respiratory and seasonal influenza. The department is also in touch with international agencies. According to sources, the Center said that we will keep a close watch on the situation. We will check the information and update based on it.

He said that in Dr. Dangs lab, we regularly reported HMPV in young children, the elderly and people with weak immune systems during the flu season. But its spread in China highlights the need for monitoring and early detection of the virus.

According to Dr. Dang, the symptoms of HMPV are similar to other respiratory viruses. If its spread is not controlled immediately, it can put more pressure on the health service. According to Dr. Arjun Dang, the symptoms of this virus include fever, cough, nasal congestion, difficulty in breathing and panic. In severe cases, bronchiolitis or pneumonia can also occur. However, this risk is higher in children and the elderly.

There is no cure yet

Dr. Arjun Dang said that there is no specific antiviral treatment for HMPV. Prevention is its primary treatment. He said that at present the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test of this virus is the standard of diagnosis. In severe cases, fever is controlled and oxygen therapy is used for treatment.

This is how you can protect yourself

The risk of the virus can be reduced by adopting some good habits. Dr. Arjun Dang says that by washing hands frequently, covering the mouth while coughing and sneezing, keeping distance from the infected person, the risk can be avoided to a great extent. He also said that government officials should also run public awareness campaigns.