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Source<\/strong>: The post India effectively handles HMPV with preventive measures has been created, based on the article \u201cHMPV virus \u2013 its not the pandemic<\/strong>\u201d published in \u201cIndian Express<\/strong>\u201d on 21st January 2025<\/p>\n

UPSC Syllabus Topic:<\/strong> GS Paper2- Governance-Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector\/Services relating to Health<\/p>\n

Context<\/strong>: The article explains that HMPV is a common respiratory virus causing mild symptoms. It is not a cause for alarm in India. The health system can handle it, but precautions, improved surveillance, pandemic preparedness, and addressing air pollution are crucial.<\/p>\n

For detailed information on India\u2019s Response to the HMPV Virus<\/strong> read this article here<\/a><\/p>\n

What is HMPV and how does it spread?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) is a respiratory virus from the Pneumoviridae family, first detected in 2001.<\/li>\n
  2. However, it has circulated in humans for decades. It spreads through: Droplets from infected people, Contact with infected surfaces, Handshakes or close interactions<\/li>\n
  3. The incubation period is 3\u20136 days. Symptoms include nasal congestion, cough, fever, and sore throat. Severe symptoms may affect infants, the elderly, and people with weak immunity.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Is HMPV a major concern in India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. HMPV is not a major concern in India as it causes mild illness in most cases.<\/li>\n
    2. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) found HMPV caused only 3% of Influenza Like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) cases.<\/li>\n
    3. Most respiratory illnesses in India are due to SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A and B, and RSV.<\/li>\n
    4. No evidence suggests HMPV has mutated into a more dangerous form.<\/li>\n
    5. India\u2019s health system is equipped to handle HMPV cases effectively, including tracking trends through surveillance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      For detailed information on India\u2019s Concern Over Human Metapneumovirus Outbreak<\/strong> read this article here<\/a><\/p>\n

      How can HMPV be prevented and managed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      1. Prevention measures:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n