HMPV stands for Human Metapneumovirus, a respiratory virus that is part of the Paramyxoviridae family. It’s a common virus that can cause respiratory infections in people of all ages but tends to be more severe in young children, older adults,…
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China is experiencing an outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic. The new virus is raising concerns among health authorities, as it shares similar symptoms with COVID-19. HMPV primarily affects children, the…
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases have been detected in India, with two cases in Bengaluru, one in Gujarat and one in Bengal. The virus causes cold-like symptoms and can be severe in infants and immunocompromised individuals. The Indian government says it…
