HMPV, China and India

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.
India confirms first HMPV cases amid surge in China
India confirmed its first cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in children, with a total of seven cases reported as of Tuesday. The cases were reported in Bengaluru, Nagpur, Tamil Nadu
HMPV in India: Will antibiotics work against the virus?
Mumbai has reported its first case of HMPV, taking the total number in India to eight. While the Centre has urged citizens not to panic, rumours are abuzz. How can we protect ourselves in case of an infection?
India's first human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases confirmed, but officials say "no reason to worry"
Officials in India have confirmed the country's first seven cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.
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.
Surge in Human Metapneumovirus Cases: India, China, and Southeast Asia on Alert
Two infants in India test positive for Human Metapneumovirus, prompting health monitoring due to increased respiratory infections.
HMPV virus - latest: Cases begin rising in India and other parts of world after outbreak in China
HMPV is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms. However, it can increase risks or lead to more serious complications like bronchitis or pneumonia, particularl
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): A Closer Look at the Surge in China
In late December, an increase in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China triggered widespread concerns, especially as social media videos of crowded hospitals fueled speculation about a potential global health crisis.
In India, officials confirm handful of HMPV cases amid spike in China
A handful of cases of the Human Metapneumovirus have been confirmed in India but officials say there's no cause for alarm, ...
HMPV virus - latest: Doctors say it is vital China shares infection data as India ramps up monitoring
A disease expert has urged China to share infection data amid an outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) which has spread ...
HMPV virus cases reported in THESE countries recently, India's tally rises to...
As the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus is on surge in China, other countries including India have also witnessed cases of ...
HMPV virus 2025 latest update: India ramps up surveillance as cases hit seven, experts urge China to share data
The Indian government has urged states to intensify surveillance for respiratory illnesses, including influenza-like illness ...
China HMPV Outbreak LIVE: India, Malaysia, Hong Kong Report Cases | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India, Malaysia, Hong Kong Report Cases | Vantage with Palki Sharma Five years after the world was ravaged by the pandemic, ...
“HMPV not a threat”: Health experts urge as 7 HMPV virus cases reported in India in 2 days
Five cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in India, affecting infants and toddlers, creating anxiety ...
HMPV – latest: Bali monitors flights from China as Beijing urged to be transparent over cases
Authorities in Bali have asked nationals from China and Malaysia to fill out a health pass three days before their arrivals ...
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HMPV: Frenzy in India but no signs of Covid-like panic on Chinese social media
An analysis of social media posts on Weibo suggested that HMPV's spread in China was not as lethal as it was being portrayed ...