Lamtluang Online News: The Health Department, Government of Mizoram, has issued precautions to prevent the spread of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the state. A Core Committee on HMPV, chaired by Health Minister Pi Lalrinpuii, has been formed to tackle the recent outbreak.
The committee has advised the public to take necessary precautions, stating that the HMPV outbreak is a type of seasonal flu that occurs annually. The public is advised to wash their hands frequently with soap and water, avoid close contact with people who are sick, cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, and regularly clean and disinfect surfaces and objects.
The Health Department has assured that it is closely monitoring the situation and has made arrangements to conduct tests at Zoram Medical College in Mizoram. The department has also stated that no new cases of Influenza-like illness and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness have been reported in the state.
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