BEIJING – China is in the midst of a surge in cases of human metapneumovirus , or HMPV , a common virus which can cause respiratory illness and affects children and the elderly more seriously. Beijing has experienced a surge in flu-like HMPV cases , especially among children, which it attributed to a seasonal spike. A surge in cases of the flu-like human metapneumovirus ( HMPV ) in China ... Experts say China 's rise in HMPV cases is “consistent with global patterns”. But how does the disease compare to COVID-19 and how can we protect ourselves? HMPV is a respiratory virus that causes upper and lower respiratory infections. China is witnessing a surge in human metapneumovirus ( HMPV ) cases , sparking concerns of another health crisis after ...
