HMPV: Doctors say UAE residents have no need to ‘worry or panic’ on new virus

January 15, 2025 admin 0 comment

As China battles a surge in HMPV cases, UAE doctors reassure residents about this common respiratory virus while advising basic precautions during travel

HMPV (human metapneumovirus)
The estimated incubation period is 3 to 6 days, and the median duration of illness can vary depending upon severity but is similar to other respiratory infections caused by viruses, Dr. Sainalabdeen said. Image: Shutterstock

UAE medical experts say residents need not panic over China’s surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, a common respiratory illness that has recently overwhelmed hospitals across the Asian nation.

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