Several cases of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) have been confirmed in India, affecting both infants and the elderly. In Bengaluru, infants aged 3 month

A recent outbreak of HMPV in China has created anxiety in a world still recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. With cases emerging in India, an expert shares key insights.

Not the unprecedented and deadly COVID-19, but the new concern in China is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), which is reportedly spreading more frequently during the winter months. In contrast, COVID-19 primarily wreaked havoc during the summer.

The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), which has gained attention following a surge in cases reported by Chinese officials in Beijing, has now been detected in Maharashtra. A six-month-old baby, who was admitted to the intensive care unit of a hospital last week,

By: Dr. Vani Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that can cause mild to severe infections in people of all ages. While most healthy individuals recover without complications, HMPV can pose a serious threat to young children and the elderly.