Can antibiotics work against HMPV virus?

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Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections like human metapneumovirus (HMPV). HMPV affects the respiratory system, and antibiotics, designed to target bacteria, won't help. Misusing antibiotics can lead to resistance and side effects. For HMPV, prevention includes hand hygiene, avoiding contact with the infected,...

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HMPV Spread In India: Delhi Enforces Strict Measures After 2 Karnataka Cases, Hospitals on Alert!
Delhi health authorities have stepped up measures in response to the growing threat of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), following the detection of two cases in Karnataka. The city is now mandating isolation for suspected HMPV cases and strict reporting protocols for all Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) cases. Hospitals are being equipped with essential medications, and healthcare professionals are being instructed to implement infection control measures to prevent further spread. As global concerns rise, Delhi aims to stay ahead of the virus with proactive measures. Learn more about these steps and their impact on public health. #HMPV #DelhiHealth #Karnataka #PublicHealth #VirusControl #DelhiMeasures #Healthcare #InfectionPrevention #HMPVOutbreak #IndiaHealth #DelhiUpdates Also Read Karnataka's HMPV Outbreak: Top Doโ€™s And Donโ€™ts For Avoiding Respiratory Illness :: https://www.oneindia.com/bengaluru/karnatakas-hmpv-outbreak-top-do-s-and-don-ts-for-avoiding-respiratory-illness-4034629.html?ref=DMDesc New Variant of HMPV Virus In China: Will Neurological Symptoms Be The Next Challenge? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/new-variant-of-hmpv-virus-in-china-will-neurological-symptoms-be-the-next-challenge-4034605.html?ref=DMDesc Indiaโ€™s Third Case Of HMPV Virus Confirmed: 2-Year-Old Tests Positive In Gujarat's Ahmedabad :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/indias-third-case-of-hmpv-virus-confirmed-2-year-old-tests-positive-in-gujarats-ahmedabad-4034589.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~

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