As HMPV cases are being identified in the country, the government is preparing to tackle the situation. However, as of now there is no surge in respiratory illness in the country, the Union Health Secretary has said in an official statement.
In a meeting chaired by Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, states and union territories have been asked to review the situation of respiratory illnesses, news agency ANI reported. The Union Health Secretary has reviewed the present situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures for its management. States have been advised to strengthen awareness among the masses regarding preventive measures. States have also been advised to strengthen and review the ILI/SARI surveillance.
