HMPV: Karnataka and TN report 2 cases each; state and Union governments say no need to worry

BENGALURU/CHENNAI/NEW DELHI: At least four cases of HMPV infections were detected in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu on Monday. However, the State and Union governments asserted that there was no need to worry and assured people that the authorities were “closely monitoring” the situation.

One case of HMPV was also detected in Gujarat, taking the number of cases reported to five in the country.

In a video message, Union Health Minister J P Nadda said: “The health systems and surveillance network of the country remain vigilant in ensuring the country is ready to respond promptly to any emerging health challenge. There is no reason to worry, we are closely monitoring the situation”.

Source: PTI News

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