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 China, India, Malaysia and Kazakhstan. Here’s what we know
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As China continues to monitor an increase in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), here's what you need to know about the illness.
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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
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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
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China is currently facing a surge in infections caused by Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus that has affected large numbers of people, especially children, across the northern provinces.
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