The cause of the disease also determines whether pneumonia is contagious or not. The viral forms of it that are most ...

News of a "mystery virus" sweeping the country has a lot of people rightly concerned. UK health experts have recommended masking up to help prevent the spread, giving some people uncomfortable ...

She hails from Kishoreganj but used to live in Narsingdi. Apart from HMPV, she tested positive for Klebsiella Pneumoniae, a variant of pneumonia, according to health officials. Prof Md Sayedur ...

HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus ... leading to conditions like bronchitis and pneumonia in severe cases. While it typically presents mild symptoms, it can cause more severe illness in vulnerable ...

Fresh fears have emerged about the threat of the 'mystery' virus that's been dubbed HMPV amid reports that patients are developing potentially deadly pneumonia in days. HMPV is the driving force ...

That changed in China when the country started testing for—and detecting—cases of HMPV. "A few weeks ago, China said it was rolling out a new surveillance system for pneumonia of unknown ...

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 ...

pneumonia,” he said. Since 2007, Singapore has been testing for HMPV in specific situations from nasal, throat and nasopharyngeal swabs. They are used mainly in those who are vulnerable to rule ...

HMPV is also known to worsen chronic respiratory ... often leading to severe bronchiolitis and pneumonia. In this age group, RSV infections are a leading cause of hospitalization worldwide.

Common symptoms include: In severe cases, HMPV can lead to bronchiolitis or pneumonia, requiring medical intervention. Parents should monitor for signs of respiratory distress, such as bluish lips ...

The spread of human metapneumovirus (HMPV ... In some cases, it can progress to bronchiolitis or pneumonia, requiring hospitalization. "#HMPvirus is nothing to panic about. It’s a known virus ...

HMPV can cause severe illnesses such as bronchitis or pneumonia. Young children, elderly adults and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma are more vulnerable to the virus.