HMPV mainly affects the respiratory system and can cause a wide range of illnesses, from mild cold-like symptoms to severe ...

Not many people had heard of human metapneumovirus, or HPMV, until a surge of recent cases in China made headlines.

HMPV primarily affects the upper and lower respiratory tracts and is particularly concerning for vulnerable groups.

Experts have detailed the unique symptoms of HMPV as one in 10 children in hospital with infection test positive ...

HMPV symptoms include cough, nasal congestion, fever and shortness of breath, according to the CDC. But, symptoms can progress to bronchitis or pneumonia. The incubation period of the virus can be ...

An uptick of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases in China has raised concerns over another pandemic, which appear to be unfounded ...

Testing of samples from the 1950s demonstrated antibodies against this virus, suggesting infections have been common for at least several decades. Studies since have found hMPV in almost all ...

Currently, the primary method to detect HMPV infection in a private lab is the BioFire test — a comprehensive respiratory panel that tests for multiple pathogens simultaneously. It's not a test ...

A trip may also be advisable for those experiencing severe and persistent HMPV-like symptoms. They will be able to diagnose you and provide a test if necessary.

The human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, has seen a surge in cases throughout northern provinces this winter, with children under the age of 14 making up a significant number of patients. Alarmingly ...