HUMAN METAPNEUMOVIRUS: What Are the Symptoms? How is it Spread? Is There a Vaccine? #humanmetapneumovirus | Dr. Jen Caudle

Human Metapneumovirus #humanmetapneumovirus #hmpv | Dr. Jen Caudle

HMPV: The Facts You Need to Know As concerns about the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and its potential risks grow, Dr Faisal Mehmood, Professor of Infectious Diseases at AKUH, explains what HMPV is, how it spreads, and whether it’s something to worry about. Watch this short video to get expert views and stay informed. | Aga Khan University Hospital Pakistan - AKUH

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that typically causes symptoms similar to the common cold, such as cough, runny nose, and sore throat. While most infections are mild, HMPV can lead to more severe respiratory illnesses like bronchitis or pneumonia, particularly in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. The virus is known to circulate seasonally, often peaking in winter and early spring. Recently, there has been a notable increase in HMPV ca