ieExplains: What do we need to know about HMPV?

ieExplains: What do we need to know about HMPV?

HMPV is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms. Picture: Antonio Guillem Fernandez / Alamy Stock Photo

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025 - 16:12
Niamh Griffin

Why is everyone talking about HMPV? 

This virus — human metapneumovirus — is in the news due to a rapid surge in cases in one region of China. People are understandably extra vigilant about any such reports in light of recent experience in the covid pandemic.

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