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HMPV in India: First case detected in 8 month old baby

IndiaTimes Monday, 6 January 2025
An 8-month-old baby in Bengaluru, India, has been diagnosed with the first known case of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the country. HMPV, a respiratory virus affecting the lungs and airways, poses higher risks for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms mimic other respiratory infections and can be managed with general medication, usually requiring no hospitalization.
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