Known as human metapneumovirus (hMPV), this is one of the viruses that cause the common cold (upper respiratory infection).

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that may not be on most folk’s radars, but it’s more common than you ...

People who have weakened immune systems such as infants and older adults, and those with respiratory conditions like asthma ...

Around 7,826 specimens were tested and British residents were told to "consider wearing a face mask" to prevent cases rising.

HMPV, also known as Human metapneumovirus, has been on the rise in the UK in recent weeks after first affecting China, which ...

It’s been weeks since the news of another ‘strange’ virus broke. Equally strange and even frightening is the fact that it’s said to be ...

Health officials in the Republic are on high alert after the UK reported a spike in cases of the former 'mystery' virus that ...

Nearly one in 20 hospital patients tested were positive for human metapneumovirus as of the latest data, the highest figure ...

Cases of the HMPV virus are dramatically rising in the UK, just weeks after reports of the 'mystery' illness sparked concern ...

Cases of a virus that caused concern when it appeared to be spreading widely in parts of China have now risen in the UK. The ...

HMPV mainly affects the respiratory system and can cause a wide range of illnesses, from mild cold-like symptoms to severe ...

The first case was recorded in the state on January 6 when a 2-month-old boy from neighbouring Rajasthan was detected with ...