China in contact with WHO on respiratory diseases, foreign ministry says
The Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday that it had maintained close communication with the World Health Organization (WHO) on respiratory diseases, when asked about the rising cases of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China.
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HMPV in China: Government in contact with WHO on respiratory diseases, says foreign ministry
Chinese government prioritizes health of citizens and foreigners, monitoring HMPV cases closely with WHO, according to foreign ministry.
Fact Check: Is HMPV Like the New COVID?
Much of the worry surrounding HMPV comes from concerns it is like coronavirus in 2019: a new virus that can cause severe symptoms, with no cure, no vaccine and little immunity. In reality, HMPV is not new.
China in contact with WHO on respiratory diseases, says foreign ministry
The Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday that it had maintained close communication with the World Health Organization on respiratory diseases, when asked about cases of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China.