A respiratory virus is spreading in China. Here's why it's not the new COVID-19.
Unlike COVID-19, human metapneumovirus has been around for decades, and we understand how it spreads and how to treat it.
'Very different to COVID-19': What to know about the HMPV outbreak in China
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China’s latest virus surge is the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), which has also seen spikes in the U.S. Here are the symptoms and whether it could be the next pandemic
News that northern China is seeing a surge of the respiratory illness called human metapneumovirus (HMPV), bringing an uptick in hospitalizations, is sparking a bit of anxious déjà vu on social media.
Is HMPV similar to COVID-19 Virus? Things you must know about HMPV which is causing panic in China, India and other nations
China is seeing a worrying rise in respiratory illnesses, with a virus called Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) becoming a major concern.
HMPV virus spreads outside China: are we staring at another pandemic?
Health authorities worldwide are on high alert as human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases surface beyond China’s borders, raising concerns about the potential for a global outbreak. Though China has yet to release official data on the virus’s prevalence,
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
HMPV outbreak: What to know about the virus spread in China
What is the current situation with HMPV? The current HMPV situation in China is a new outbreak of a known and relatively well-understood virus that has likely circulated among hum
Doctor warned of HMPV virus impact two years ago as cases surge in China
HMPV, or human metapneumovirus, is currently surging in China, with children and the elderly said to be most at risk from the virus
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