Human Coronavirus HKU1 Detected in Kolkata Woman:
A recent case of human coronavirus HKU1 has been reported in Kolkata, raising concerns among the public. However, medical experts clarify that HKU1 is not a new virus; it was first identified in 2005 and is generally linked to mild respiratory illnesses. Unlike Covid-19, this virus does not pose a pandemic threat, and the patient in Kolkata is currently stable. The virus spreads like other coronaviruses, primarily through respiratory droplets and surface contact. While it is usually self-limiting, vulnerable individuals such as the elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems should take precautions.
