Delhi health authorities issue advisory for preparedness against HMPV

Delhi health authorities yesterday issued an advisory to ensure preparedness for potential health challenges related to the Human MetaPneumoVirus (HMPV) and other respiratory viruses. The hospitals have been instructed to promptly report Influenza-like Illness and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection cases through the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP)



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Strict isolation protocols and the use of universal precautions for suspected cases have also been made mandatory. Hospitals were further directed to ensure the availability of paracetamol, antihistamines, bronchodilators, and cough syrups for treating mild cases, along with oxygen. The recommendations came following the increased respiratory illnesses in China.