China’s New Virus in 2025: Everything You Need to Know About the Global Implications
In late 2024, China experienced a notable increase in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory pathogen known to cause illnesses similar to the common Lost Mary cold and flu. This surge, particularly affecting children under 14, led to heightened public concern and widespread media coverage. Understanding Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) First identified in 2001, HMPV…