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"Human metapneumovirus is transmitted in a similar way to other respiratory viruses, like the flu and COVID and RSV, mainly through respiratory droplets that are produced while an individual coughs or sneezes. It can also be spread through what we call contaminated fomites," said Dr. Matthew Binnicker.

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LabrootsWhat is Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)? | MicrobiologyDuring winter in the Northern hemisphere, there is usually an increase in respiratory illnesses like influenza or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). | Microbiology

#FYI #US #infectiousdiseases #influensa #covid19 #covid #birdflu #H5N1 #HMPV #AMA Update 29.01.2025

"AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, discusses the "mystery virus" human metapneumovirus, that HMPV is not new, and shares trends in seasonal influenza and COVID-19 cases. Also covering the latest bird flu news of H5N9 on a California duck farm, as well as a raw pet food recall and the dangers of H5N1 for dogs and cats."

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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that affects people of all ages, especially young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Although HMPV Virus often causes mild cold-like symptoms, it can lead to more severe illnesses, such as bronchitis and pneumonia. This article explores the symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of HMPV in a clear and simple way.

Medhouse.info - Healthy life - Evidence Based Medicine · Understanding HMPV Virus: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention - Medhouse.infoHuman Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that affects people of all ages, especially young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Although HMPV Virus often causes mild cold-like symptoms, it can lead to more severe illnesses, such as bronchitis and pneumonia. This article explores the symptoms, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention

I love the "but it's not like Covid" in this headline because if it actually was like Covid, they would be telling us it's just a cold, don't panic... so they are stuck trying to fearmonger about another "China virus" while also somehow not drawing attention to the "move along nothing to see here" of the previous Schroedinger's pandemic.
> symptoms as new China virus 'overwhelming hospitals' - but it's not like Covid
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