HMPV, China

How worried should you be about HMPV outbreak in China?
Professor Paul Hunter from the University of East Anglia notes that almost every child contracts HMPV by five years of age, with reinfections occurring throughout life. “HMPV typically causes cold-like symptoms that recover by themselves within 2 to 5 days. Severe cases are rare but can occur in vulnerable groups,” he says.
What you need to know about HMPV as China sees rise in cases
As China continues to monitor an increase in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), here's what you need to know about the illness.
What We Know About HMPV, the Virus Spreading in China
While cases are climbing in China, the situation is very different from what it was when Covid-19 emerged five years ago, medical experts say. HMPV is common and decades old.
What is the HMPV virus in China? The human metapneumovirus and its symptoms, explained.
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
What is HMPV? What to know about the virus as cases tick up in China and the US
As cases of the HMPV virus continue to increase in the U.S. and in China, here's what you need to know about the virus.
HMPV virus - latest: Cases begin rising in India and other parts of world after outbreak in China
HMPV is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms. However, it can increase risks or lead to more serious complications like bronchitis or pneumonia, particularl
What Is HMPV? Understanding China's New Virus Outbreak, Symptoms, and Prevention
China is grappling with a surge in human metapneumovirus ( HMPV ) cases, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitals are reportedly overwhelmed, and speculation abounds on social media about a state of emergency,
What you need to know about HMPV
But HMPV is not like Covid-19, public health experts have said, noting that the virus has been around for decades, with ...
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HMPV Cases Are Rising Across Asia, but Experts Say Not to Panic
A common respiratory virus called human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, has been spreading in some countries in Asia, including ...
Everything we know about HMPV in the UK: Symptoms, case numbers and how to get a test
HMPV is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms. Most cases are mild, but infection can increase health ...
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CNA Explains: How bad is the HMPV situation in China and is it cause for concern?
Experts say China's rise in HMPV cases is “consistent with global patterns”. But how does the disease compare to COVID-19 and ...
Suspected HMPV cases in Nagpur not cause for alarm, says health minister
Maharashtra health minister Prakash Abitkar reassured the public on Tuesday that the Human MetaPneumovirus (HMPV) is neither ...
HMPV In India: Are Babies More Vulnerable? Expert Answers
HMPV can infect people of all ages, but it poses a higher risk to young children, older adults and individuals with weakened ...
HMPV Is Surging In China. Should You Be Worried?
Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, are in the U.S. too, and it looks similar to other seasonal illnesses. Here's what ...
HMPV cases in India: Which age group is most affected? Check complete guide
Seven HMPV cases have been confirmed in India. The preventive measures include washing your hands, covering your mouth while ...