Australian health officials are monitoring a recent increase in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in northern China. The virus, which causes mild respiratory illness similar to the common cold, has seen a rise in cases alongside other common respiratory infections such as seasonal flu and RSV. While hospitalizations in China are reported to be lower than last year, the World Health Organization is keeping a close eye on the situation.
A respiratory virus known as human metapneumovirus is being monitored by Australian health officials after cases began increasing in northern China recently.
is not regarded as a new virus as it was first identified in 2001 and is common in late winter and spring. Executive director of the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Janet Hamilton said: “Typically, infections are relatively mild, and we often think about it like the common cold.
spreads from person to person in a similar way as some other respiratory viruses: through droplets from coughing or sneezing and through touch, such as shaking hands or touching contaminated surfaces. “Simple measures can prevent spread. And these include, if you’re sick, if you’ve got symptoms, stay home,” Harris said. “Also, if you’re in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces, when you know that there’s a virus currently circulating, think about wearing a mask.
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