Chinese Doctors: Flu More Concerning Than HMPV

Chinese doctors have stated that hospitals in the country are treating more flu cases than pneumonia caused by the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), dismissing claims of hospital overcrowding. Recent international media reports highlighted a

HMPV: Countries on Alert Amid Rising Cases

As China faces a surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, countries across Asia and beyond are closely monitoring the situation, wary of a potential spillover. While HMPV is a seasonal virus, its rapid

The Overblown Fear of HMPV Virus

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has become hyper-vigilant about viruses. Every new outbreak or resurgence of an old pathogen seems to trigger a wave of anxiety. One such virus