Uganda has confirmed an outbreak of the Ebola virus in the capital Kampala with the first confirmed patient dying from it on Wednesday, the health ministry said on Thursday. It is the East African country’s ninth outbreak since it recorded its first infection of the viral disease in 2000. The patient, a male nurse at […]
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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): A Comprehensive Overview Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that primarily affects the upper and lower respiratory tracts. It belongs to the Paramyxoviridae family and the Metapneumovirus genus. The virus can cause a wide range of respiratory illnesses, from mild cold-like symptoms to more severe conditions such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis, […]
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Eye Fatigue: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Introduction In today’s digital age, where screens are an integral part of our daily lives, eye fatigue has become a common complaint among individuals of all ages. Whether you’re working on a computer, staring at your phone, or reading for extended periods, the strain on your eyes can […]
Continue ReadingHMPV Infections in China is Declining
The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China is declining, a health official said Sunday, amid some international concern over a potential pandemic.
Continue ReadingHMPV: The Mysterious Virus Gripping China
HMPV: The mysterious virus gripping China — What You Need to Know China is facing an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus causing flu-like symptoms. The virus, which spreads through droplets and close contact, primarily affects children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Five years after COVID-19 emerged from China, another mysterious virus […]
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