The UK is on high alert as human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases surge suddenly, putting pressure on the NHS. Read on to know what this disease is all about and what are its symptoms.
Generally, healthcare providers will diagnose HMPV based on your symptoms, taking into account your medical history. A swab might be used to take a sample from your nose or throat, which can then be tested at a lab for the virus and other infections.
The UK is on high alert as human metapneumovirus hMPV cases surge putting pressure on the NHS Health officials urge masks hygiene and early medical care
Proportion of positive cases for human metapneumovirus (HMPV) hit a record high for the winter season so far, according to latest figures from the UK Health Security Agency
You may have heard recent news reports about a surge in cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, in the Northern Hemisphere, especially in China. But Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic,
Amid fears of another global pandemic, social media users are circulating claims that all schools in China have been closed due to a rise in “new” human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases. However, this is false;
A virus rapidly spreading in China is also circulating in the United States, causing concern among health experts.
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) has captured the attention after multiple cases were reported from China and more recently, cases in India. However, should you be anxious about this new virus and is it as dangerous as that of COVID-19?
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that may not be on most folk’s radars, but it’s more common than you think — and chances are, you’ve already had it. A recent “outbreak” in northern China has brought HMPV into the spotlight, raising questions about its significance.
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus similar to RSV and the flu, spreading mainly during colder months through close contact, coughing, or touching contaminated surfaces. Symptoms include cough, fever, nasal congestion, and shortness of breath, with severe cases potentially leading to bronchitis or pneumonia.
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory disease among children and the elderly. Here's what we know about the symptoms and how to avoid it.
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