China, HMPV

Virus outbreak in China sparks pandemic concerns: What to know about HMPV
Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, a contagious virus that can lead to respiratory disease, is reportedly spiking in northern China. Infectious disease experts say risk to the U.S. is low.
China refutes claims of ‘unknown virus’, says HMPV is not new
Recently, there has been a lot of attention on the increase in cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China. Some are concerned about the safety of travelling to China and there are even claims about “unknown virus in China” circling on the internet.
What We Know About HMPV, the Common Virus Spreading in China
While cases are climbing in China, the situation is very different from what it was when Covid-19 emerged five years ago, medical experts say. HMPV has circulated in humans for decades.
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.
7 details about new China virus HMPV you should know about
Human Metapneumovirus cases surge in China. Here's what doctors want you to know about HMPV symptoms, risks, and why you shouldn't panic about this virus.
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.
How Worried Should We Be About the HMPV Virus?
While we're already dealing with surges of COVID-19, the flu and RSV (plus norovirus, of course), we can add HMPV to the mix. HMPV, short for human metapneumovirus, is seeing big upticks in China and India right now.
What is HMPV and should we be worried about it? Plus symptoms and how it spreads
Following a surge in cases overseas, find out more about HMPV including symptoms, how it spreads, UK cases and should we be worried.
Is HMPV in the UK and how worried should we be? Experts weigh in
HMPV was discovered by scientists in the Netherlands more than 20 years ago, but has likely been circulating in humans for the last 60 years. It is a respiratory virus that causes symptoms similar to the common cold and flu.
China CDC Issues Update on Virus Outbreaks
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Fact Check: Human metapneumovirus in China is not ‘new,’ no state of emergency declared
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HMPV: World Health Organisation gives verdict on flu-like virus spreading in China
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Mpox in China: New mutated strain of mpox virus, clade 1b detected
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