World: Virus expert Dr Andrew Catchpole said the UK authorities "need more information on the specific strain circulating" to accurately assess the threat to the people. 

UK experts call on China to provide key information on HMPV outbreak as cases double in Britain

India has confirmed seven cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections. While the Union Health Minister JP Nadda has assured the public that the situation is under control and there is no risk of a COVID-like outbreak in India, the question being asked is: should you be worried?

What is HMPV? Here's All You Need To Know About The Respiratory Virus

A virus called the human meta-pneumo-virus or HMPV is spreading in China. Its flu-like symptoms are similar to covid-19. In India alone, new cases of HMPV have been reported on Monday. In Bengaluru, a 3-month-old baby who has been discharged, and an 8-month-old who is recovering at a hospital. In Ahmedabad,  Gujarat,  2-month-old boy was detected with HMPV. Indian authorities are urging people to not panic.

HMPV: How Could It Affect High-risk Groups? A Complete Guide

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India News | The virus count in India reaches seven after two children, aged seven and 14, test positive and are treated in a private hospital for fever and cough symptoms.

India: HMPV cases rise to seven in a day; health minister says ‘no reason to worry’

India detects its first two HMPV cases in Bengaluru, raising concerns amid reports of an HMPV outbreak in China. HMPV is a viral respiratory infection that causes symptoms resembling the common cold. Watch this report for more details!

India: Two children in Chennai diagnosed with HMP Virus

Old social media posts that had a similar stance from the government when COVID-19 was spreading, are being reshared. Social media is abuzz with memes, videos and reactions with many worried about the potential for lockdowns or a return to mandatory work-from-home policies.

Old posts claiming 'COVID-19 is not a health emergency' resurface amid rising HMPV cases

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India: 2 infants diagnosed with HMPV virus in Bengaluru

India has reported a case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) after an eight-month-old child in Bengaluru, with no travel history, tested positive for the same. Watch this report for more details!

India reports first HMPV case in Bengaluru

India news: The Indian state of Karnataka has reported its second case of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), raising public health concerns and prompting increased monitoring.

HMPV in India: Karnataka reports second case, ICMR confirms

India news: Hospitals have been directed to report cases of Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) through the IHIP Portal without delay.

Delhi issues health advisory amid rising respiratory illness cases in China

Health ministry attributes the seasonal surge in respiratory illnesses to typical winter pathogens, including Influenza, RSV, and HMPV, affecting public health.

'No unusual surge': Indian health ministry on rise in HMPV, respiratory illnesses in China

World | Photos and videos emerged on social media appearing to show overcrowded hospitals in China amid a spike in respiratory illnesses. 

China HMPV scare: Beijing confirms infection surge, calls it 'annual winter occurrence'

According to reports, China has been battling an outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV.  As per the information available so far, HMPV causes symptoms similar to influenza as well as COVID-19.

COVID-19 Origins: W.H.O. Seeks Answers From China

A new virus is picking up the steam. Should it be considered as a new threat? While the cases of COVID & RSV are falling, another respiratory virus called HMPV is spreading. In early March, around 20% of antigen tests & nearly 11% of PCR tests for HMPV were positive in the US. Cases of human metapneumovirus spiked this spring.

What is HMPV respiratory virus that is wreaking havoc in the US?

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