Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that affects people of all ages, particularly children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. While it is not as well-known as the flu, RSV, or COVID-19, HMPV is a significant cause of respiratory infections around the world. One of the most common questions people ask when…
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The difference between HMPV and the common cold
Every year, millions of people around the world experience respiratory infections. While most cases are due to the common cold, there are other viruses that can cause similar symptoms but may lead to more serious illness. One of these is human metapneumovirus, commonly shortened to HMPV. Although it is less well known than the flu…
How HMPV spreads and who is at risk
Respiratory infections are among the most common health challenges worldwide, and while flu, RSV, and COVID-19 often dominate the headlines, another virus silently circulates every year: human metapneumovirus (HMPV). First identified in 2001, this virus is now recognized as a major cause of illness, particularly in children and older adults. Understanding how HMPV spreads and…
What is human metapneumovirus and why it matters
Respiratory infections are among the most common health problems for both children and adults. While most people are familiar with viruses such as the flu, RSV, or even COVID-19, there is another respiratory virus that often goes unnoticed but can cause significant illness: human metapneumovirus (HMPV). Despite being discovered more than 20 years ago, HMPV…