respiratory viruses

How HMPV compares to COVID-19, flu and RSV in symptoms and spread – Firstpost

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How HMPV compares to COVID-19, flu and RSV in symptoms and spread – Firstpost

Amid rising concerns over the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India, health experts have emphasised that the virus is not new and have advised the public to remain calm while following basic precautions. HMPV, which causes upper respiratory infections, gained attention after a recent outbreak in China. While it can affect people across … Read more

Heat driving people indoors, transmissible variants causing people to get sick this summer, virologist says

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Heat driving people indoors, transmissible variants causing people to get sick this summer, virologist says

Are you spending more time inside due to this extreme heat? A local virus expert has tips on how you can keep yourself healthy while indoors. The extreme heat that’s been making its way across the D.C. region in the last few weeks is causing many people to remain indoors, which one virus expert said … Read more