Monday, March 17th, 2025

Relief from HMPV in China, cases started decreasing, you should also do 4 things


While the cases of HMPV virus are increasing in India and other countries, a relief news has come out from China. It is being told that in the northern provinces of China human metapneumovirus The rate of cases of (Human Metapneumovirus- HMPV) is decreasing. This has been confirmed by the Chinese officials themselves.

“Human metapneumovirus is not a new virus and has been with humans for at least several decades,” Wang Liping, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, said during a press briefing at China’s National Health Commission. The increase in the number of cases is due to better detection, Wang said.

The Chinese researcher said that currently the rate of positive cases in the detection of human metapneumovirus is fluctuating and the rate of positive cases is being recorded in the Northern Province. The rate of positive cases in patients aged 14 years and below has started declining.

What to do to avoid HMPV virus

now when HMPV virus in China If the cases of corona are decreasing, then you should also know about the preventions related to it, so that you can protect yourself and your family members from this virus.

Stay safe in these ways

Stay safe in these ways

Now when in all the states of India HMPV virus cases If you have been exposed then please wear a mask before going out. Avoid meeting people infected with cold or virus. While coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth with the elbow of your hands. Apart from this, washing and sanitizing your hands from time to time can also keep you safe from viruses.

Do this before going out

Do this before going out

In case of HMPV virus, symptoms like common flu are seen, in such a situation, protect yourself from cold and cough. For this, wear warm clothes both inside and outside the house. At the same time, avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with dirty hands.

WHO told how to treat

WHO told how to treat

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said in its report that HMPV is a cold virus, so people can treat the symptoms of pain, fever, blocked nose and cough with over-the-counter medicines. Apart from this, WHO has advised to take plenty of rest and stay hydrated.

Get this test done if symptoms appear

Get this test done if symptoms appear

Apart from this, if you notice symptoms of HMPV then you can get polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test done. WHO said that although there is no specific treatment for HMPV infection, getting this test done is the most reliable way to detect the virus.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.

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