HMPV a major cause of respiratory distress among kids, new strains A2.2.1 and A2.2.2 shows virus is evolving: Study
A recent study has identified new lineages of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) — A2.2.1 and A2.2.2, highlighting its significant prevalence among children in Puducherry, India. Notable outbreaks occurred from November 2022 to March 2023, mainly affecting infants under 1 year old. Researchers emphasize the need for ongoing surveillance due to the virus's evolving nature.
A recent study has identified new lineages of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) — A2.2.1 and A2.2.2, highlighting its significant prevalence among children in Puducherry, India. Notable outbreaks occurred from November 2022 to March 2023, mainly affecting infants under 1 year old. Researchers emphasize the need for ongoing surveillance due to the virus's evolving nature.
