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Shija organises CME programme on HMPV
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, January 10 2025:
Shija Hospitals & Research Institute (SHRI) Pvt Ltd, through the Academic Forum of Shija Academy of Health Sciences (SAHS), organised a Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme on Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) at the Shija Auditorium.
In a release, SHRI deputy manager-business development Takhellambam Premkumar informed that the event was designed to enhance understanding of the virology, epidemiology, and clinical management of HMPV, a respiratory virus that has become an important public health concern.
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The programme was attended, by 60 delegates, which included faculty members, clinical staff, and non-clinical personnel, from Shija Hospitals.
At the event, SAHS Department of Microbiology assistant professor Dr Daniel Ningthoujam delivered a presentation on the virology and laboratory diagnosis of HMPV, followed by a session on the epidemiology and existing public health approaches to HMPV by department of community medicine assistant professor Dr Ngamba Akham, while department of general medicine assistant professor Dr Chak-shu, focused on the clinical aspects and management of HMPV infections, it said.
During the sessions, the speakers emphasised that HMPV, first isolated in 2001, is generally less severe than COVID-19 but remains a significant concern, particularly for vulnerable populations.
They discussed the primary transmission methods of the virus, including respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing, direct contact such as handshakes, and touching contaminated surfaces followed by contact with the mouth, nose, or eyes.
The importance of preventative measures, such as staying home when feeling unwell, covering the mouth and nose with elbow when coughing or sneezing, wearing a mask when symptomatic, and frequent hand-washing with soap and water, was strongly emphasised.
It was noted that various disinfectants are effective at deactivating the virus, underscoring the simplicity and effectiveness of basic hygiene practices, it further stated.
The release also conveyed that the programme also highlighted the role of accurate media reporting in public health.
Participants stressed the importance of ensuring that reports on health issues are rooted in scientific findings to pre vent unnecessary public panic.
They recommended that the ministry of health take proactive measures to counter misinformation and encourage responsible media practices.
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