Human Metapneumovirus

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has advised against imposing travel or trade restrictions in response to the recent outbreaks of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in various parts of the world. The organization also recommended preventative measures such as mask-wearing in crowded or poorly ventilated environments and frequent hand-washing to reduce the spread of the virus. HMPV … Read more

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has assessed the risk of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the country as moderate, emphasizing proactive monitoring and preparedness. HMPV, a single-stranded RNA virus first identified in the Netherlands in 2001, causes symptoms resembling the common cold and influenza, such as cough, fever, nasal congestion, and fatigue. While its … Read more