Daijiworld Media Network - Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Jan 6: An eight-month-old baby in Bengaluru has been diagnosed with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), sparking concerns amidst reports of an HMPV outbreak in China, according to media sources. The case was identified at Baptist Hospital. However, the Karnataka state health department clarified that the sample was not tested in their laboratory, as reported by India Today.
The union health ministry has reassured the public that there is no need for panic. Officials stated that India is closely monitoring the global HMPV situation through multiple channels and has sought regular updates from the World Health Organization (WHO).
As a precautionary step, the ministry plans to enhance the number of laboratories equipped to test for HMPV cases. Additionally, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has been tasked with year-round surveillance to track trends and ensure readiness.