HMPV not a new virus, says Karnataka health minister after state reports two cases

Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has clarified that human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is not a new virus, emphasizing its long-standing existence and common symptoms. He assured that the government is monitoring the recent outbreak in China and stressed the importance of PCR testing to confirm cases.

HMPV not a new virus, says Karnataka health minister after state reports two cases
Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has clarified that human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is not a new virus, emphasizing its long-standing existence and common symptoms. He assured that the government is monitoring the recent outbreak in China and stressed the importance of PCR testing to confirm cases.