The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.

News that northern China is seeing a surge of the respiratory illness called human metapneumovirus (HMPV), bringing an uptick in hospitalizations, is sparking a bit of anxious déjà vu on social media.

Officials in India have confirmed the country's first seven cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.

The manageable risk level of HMPV, when coupled with continued vigilance and research, should provide a sense of control and confidence in addressing the virus.

Human metapneumovirus virus in China has sparked fear of another pandemic almost five years after COVID-19.According to CNN, respiratory infections, HMPV, after an outbreak in China, have reached other countries,

HMPV is a virus that will lead to a mild upper respiratory tract infection—practically indistinguishable from flu

HMPV causes mild illness in most adults. However, it poses a higher risk to specific vulnerable groups. These people need to be careful. Read on as Dr. Vikas Mittal shares how HMPV affects people and if antibiotics are effective against the virus.

The flu-like virus can lead to serious illness among vulnerable groups, such as young children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

Health officials in Karnataka are closely monitoring two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) detected in infants in Banaglore, India. An eight-month-old baby boy is recovering at a hospital after testing positive for HMPV,