Bengaluru (January 08): Since the central government and health experts have already said that Human Metanucleovirus (HMPV) is not fatal or dangerous, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed officials to work on creating more awareness so that people do not worry. it.
In the progress review meeting of the Health Department at the Home Office, Krishna on Tuesday, officials took information about the seriousness of the spread of HMPV that has reached the state and the danger it poses.
Meanwhile, officials said that while HMPV is a common virus that spreads every year, it is neither dangerous nor fatal. It has given information in its guidelines to create more awareness about this. However, people are becoming worried due to the news coming on some media and social media about this virus. Some laboratories are taking advantage of this. People are going to private hospitals and laboratories for HMPV testing because they fear the virus spreading by drinking hot water. Some labs charge Rs 10 to 15 thousand for testing. It is learned that he told the Chief Minister that he had seen that even allegations were being made against him.
The Chief Ministers who have received the information should work to make people more aware as per the guidelines of the Central Government. Also take measures to stop the spread of the virus and monitor its mutation. Top sources present at the meeting confirmed that he also directed to take action to stop laboratories from charging more money for testing by creating anxiety among people.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundurao, Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, Principal Secretary of Health Department Harsh Gupta, Commissioner Shivkumar were present in the meeting. K.B. Other officers were present.
Don’t be afraid of the virus, be careful: CM
Bengaluru: A meeting was held with health department officials regarding HMP virus. The public need not be afraid. But Chief Minister Siddaramaiah suggested that action should be taken soon.
Talking to journalists on Tuesday, he said that the Health Department has already issued guidelines regarding the HMP virus. The virus was discussed with officials during the progress review of the health department. This is not a dangerous virus. He also clarified that it has not come from China.
Children, elderly and people with low immunity are more likely to be affected by this virus. But experts say that it is not dangerous. However, it is better to take precautionary measures.
