Summary

Reports suggest a possible outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, though officials have not confirmed this.

Chinese CDC data indicates influenza is leading the rise in flu-like illnesses, with HMPV accounting for 6.2% of respiratory illness cases and 5.4% of hospitalizations.

HMPV, related to RSV, spreads through respiratory droplets, contact, or contaminated surfaces. Symptoms include cough, fever, and in severe cases, pneumonia.

While no vaccine exists, preventive measures mirror those for the flu.