Bengaluru has reported its first case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in an infant, raising concerns among Karnataka health authorities. HMPV, a respiratory virus similar to the flu and COVID-19, poses significant risks to young children and individuals with compromised immune systems. The virus spreads through droplets from sneezing and coughing, close contact with infected persons, or interaction with contaminated surfaces. Symptoms include cough, fever, nasal congestion, and in severe cases, bronchitis or pneumonia. Currently, there is no vaccine for HMPV; treatment focuses on alleviating symptoms. Health officials are urging the public to adhere to preventive measures such as wearing masks, practicing hand hygiene, and maintaining social distancing to curb the virus’s spread.
Bengaluru Reports First Case of HMPV in Infant: Karnataka Authorities Alert
Health Officials Raise Alert as Bengaluru Detects Its First Case of HMPV in a Baby, Urging Public to Follow Preventive Measures.
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