HMPV, China

How Worried Should We Be About the HMPV Virus?
Another similarity to COVID: A case of HMPV can last about a week, with symptoms peaking around the third day, Dr. Hoy told us. However, you can still be contagious for several days after you're feeling better and your symptoms subside. This is especially the case for patients with compromised or weakened immune systems.
What is HMPV? Here's what you need to know as virus cases tick up in China, US
Authorities in China said they are monitoring cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, after a reported increase inside the country, according to Reuters. Although cases are increasing at a rapid rate,
Are HMPV Cases on the Rise in China? Here's What We Know
Cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) and other seasonal viruses are on the rise across the northern hemisphere in early 2025, according to the World Health Organization. While news reports and social media videos have caused concern about a potential HMPV outbreak in China,
Rising HMPV cases in China are ‘what we would expect to see’ in winter, health officials say
As China experiences a rise in respiratory infections this winter, one little-known virus has gotten a lot of attention – and some people may worry whether the rise in cases could be felt more broadly around the world.
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 the HMPV virus that's spiking in China, and is it in Arizona?
A virus that's not well known to the public is spiking in China. CDC officials said HMPV is not a cause for concern here, nor is it a new virus.
HMPV: Nigerian govt gives fresh update on new China virus
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has assured Nigerians that the country is not under immediate threat from the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus currently raising concerns globally.
This Virus is Spreading Like Wildfire in China—What is HMPV and Why Is It Spreading So Fast?
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) spreads rapidly in China, causing respiratory illnesses, with rising cases also reported in India.
Fact Check: Is HMPV Like the New COVID?
Much of the worry surrounding HMPV comes from concerns it is like coronavirus in 2019: a new virus that can cause severe ...
The truth about HMPV panic, according to experts — and how it really compares to COVID
News of a respiratory virus spreading in China and footage of crowded hospitals has predictably led to panic among the people ...
HMPV Case LIVE: 9-month-old child tests positive in Gujarat; Maharashtra, Assam, Karnataka & Tamil Nadu in spotlight
Amid HMPV concerns in India, a fresh case was reported in Gujarat on Saturday, taking the total HMPV tally to four in the ...
HMPV, RSV, H5N1: Why the world is under attack from respiratory viruses
Even as the world fixates on hMPV, a genuine pandemic threat is emerging in the form of H5N1 bird flu. The virus has jumped ...
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 ...
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hMPV: Is There Cause for Concern?
Reports of rising hMPV infections in China have attracted media attention, but experts say the virus poses low pandemic risk ...
Puducherry’s first HMPV case recovers, discharged from hospital
Puducherry child recovers from HMPV, government takes precautions, sets up wards for treatment, and spreads awareness.
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HMPV Is Just a Mild Seasonal Illness, Experts Say
However, hMPV is not new. It was first identified in 2001 and may have been circulating decades earlier, with recurring ...