China, Human Metapneumovirus

Fact Check: Human metapneumovirus in China is not ‘new,’ no state of emergency declared
A recent increase in cases of the human metapneumovirus (hMPV) in China has been misrepresented on social media as evidence of a new virus spreading in the country with some posts claiming it prompted China to declare a state of emergency.
Human Metapneumovirus that raises alarms: should we really worry about the virus spreading in China?
The increase in cases of this pathogen in China resurrects old fears. Experts include it in the package of known winter viruses. China has done it again. The announcement of an increase in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) has raised alarms,
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.
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.
Human Metapneumovirus Cases Are Surging In China, Should We Be Concerned?
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases are surging in China and people are worried about another pandemic. Should they be? HMPV is a upper respiratory tract
HMPV Virus In China: Are Antibiotics Effective Against Human Metapneumovirus? What You Need To Know
The manageable risk level of HMPV, when coupled with continued vigilance and research, should provide a sense of control and confidence in addressing the virus.
No, Human Metapneumovirus is not a new virus
Have you seen reports about a “new” virus spreading in China? HMPV was first identified in 2001. Here are the symptoms it causes.
HMPV is no ‘mysterious China virus’
India TV’s claims that HMPV is a mysterious virus, or speculation that a new virus may have arisen out of China, are false.
WHO says respiratory virus hMPV in China is 'common,' not a threat
HMPV is attracting a lot of interest because it is not a household name, but it was discovered in 2001, WHO spokeswoman Margaret Harris said in Geneva.

HMPV, China

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India's first human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases confirmed, but officials say "no reason to worry"
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Here's What to Know About Human Metapneumovirus
Reports of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a common respiratory illness that causes flu- and cold-like symptoms, are growing ...
HMPV is spreading in China but there's no need to worry
HMPV is a respiratory virus that regularly circulates during cold and flu season. It is spread through coughing, sneezing and ...
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China's metapneumovirus is common disease circulating in winter and spring - WHO
The World Health Organization has said that the metapneumovirus (hMPV) that caused the outbreak in China is not a new virus, ...
Irish health bosses ‘closely monitoring’ human metapneumovirus as it spreads rapidly across globe – 5 signs to watch for
IRISH health bosses are “closely monitoring” the human metapneumovirus, also known as HMPV, as it spreads rapidly across the ...
Winter surge in respiratory illness in China and elsewhere not unusual, WHO says
Rising cases of common respiratory illnesses in China and elsewhere around the Northern Hemisphere are within the range ...