HMPV virus : The fear of Corona has not yet disappeared from the mind as another virus has now started wreaking havoc in China. The name of this virus is human metapneumovirus (HMPV), which causes the same devastation as Covid 19. Claims are being made on social media and in numerous reports that hospitals and even cremation grounds have been destroyed in cause of this virus. However, no information has yet come from China.
According to media reports, the Chinese government and the Ministry of Health are in alert mode, but so far they are not able to understand much about this virus. In such a situation, let us know all the details of this virus…
How dangerous is the HMPV virus?
According to reports, flu-like symptoms are visible in HMPV. It causes health problems similar to those of Covid-19. A Reuters report said China’s Disease Control Authority said Friday it was setting up a surveillance system for pneumonia of unknown type. There is a possibility of increased respiratory illnesses in winter. A special protocol has been developed to handle this. However, Chinese authorities are also said to be worried about this virus. Calling on people to wear masks and wash their hands frequently.
Symptoms of human metapneumovirus
1. Corona-like symptoms
2. Cold and cough
What is the HMPV virus?
Human metapneumovirus is an RNA virus. It belongs to the metapneumovirus class of the Pneumoviridae family. It was first discovered by a Dutch researcher in 2001. Studies have shown that this virus has been around for at least 60 years. This is a common respiratory problem that has spread all over the world. This is mainly due to droplets released by coughing and sneezing. According to the Chinese CDC website, the infection period of this virus is 3-5 days. The immune response to HMPV is too weak to prevent repeated infections.
Who is most at risk?
Children and the elderly are most exposed to the HMPV virus. Even in Corona, these two faced more problems. Faced with the growing epidemic of this virus, China has been urged to remain vigilant. Everyone is asked to maintain cleanliness and not go out without a mask.
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