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Pneumonia outbreak in China: Centre asks states to review readiness
Updated On: 27 November, 2023 02:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Ministry advisory comes against surge in respiratory illnesses in children in China
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Ministry said it has decided to proactively review preparatory measures against respiratory illnesses. Pic/Twitter
The Union Health Ministry has advised states to immediately review public health preparedness in view of recent reports indicating a surge in respiratory illness in children in northern China.
In a statement on Sunday, the ministry said it has decided to proactively review preparatory measures against respiratory illnesses as a matter of abundant caution. “This is noted to be important in view of the ongoing influenza and winter season that results in an increase in respiratory illness cases. The Government of India is closely monitoring the situation and indicated that there is no need for any alarm,” it said.
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