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China Battles New Virus Outbreak: A New Health Crisis? | Vantage with Palki Sharma

China is once again at the centre of a health concern, five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Social media is abuzz with images and videos of crowded hospitals in northern China, where cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness, are reportedly on the rise.
HMPV isn’t new—it was first detected in 2001 and is found globally. However, the virus primarily targets children and adolescents, making this outbreak particularly concerning. While there’s no vaccine for HMPV yet, no emergency has been declared by the WHO or China’s CDC. Palki Sharma tells you more.
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China New Virus | HMPV Outbreak In China: Symptoms, Spread And All You Need To Know

Premiered Jan 3, 2025 #Influenza #TodayNews #BreakingNews
China is witnessing a surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, sparking concerns of another health crisis after COVID-19 pandemic. Reports and social media posts show overcrowded hospitals, with some users also suggesting the presence of multiple viruses such as HMPV, influenza A, Mycoplasma pneumoniae and even COVID-19. HMPV causes flu-like symptoms and can lead to severe respiratory issues, especially among children and vulnerable groups. Let’s take a look at the respiratory virus in detail.
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China Faces Mysterious Virus Outbreak | HMPV Virus Hits China | China News | #therightstand | News18

Jan 3, 2025
Videos that have emerged on social media appear to show hospitals in China overwhelmed by the outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV). Social media posts suggest that multiple virus outbreaks in China have left hospitals and cemeteries overcrowded. Along with HMPV, these include influenza A, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Covid-19.
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