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Human Metapneumovirus Is Finally Being Taken Seriously

hMPV is a significant respiratory virus that many doctors are unaware of, despite its commonality, especially in patients with chronic lung diseases.

Overblown fears of HMPV cases in China reflect pandemic scars

Concerns over human metapneumovirus are overstated; it's part of the normal respiratory virus cycle and should not cause panic.

What is HMPV and how could it impact travel?

A surge in HMPV cases is causing concern, but it is significantly different from the pandemic implications of Covid-19.
HMPV is not new, with existing global immunity reducing the likelihood of pandemic severity.

Human Metapneumovirus Is Finally Being Taken Seriously

hMPV is a significant respiratory virus that many doctors are unaware of, despite its commonality, especially in patients with chronic lung diseases.

Overblown fears of HMPV cases in China reflect pandemic scars

Concerns over human metapneumovirus are overstated; it's part of the normal respiratory virus cycle and should not cause panic.

What is HMPV and how could it impact travel?

A surge in HMPV cases is causing concern, but it is significantly different from the pandemic implications of Covid-19.
HMPV is not new, with existing global immunity reducing the likelihood of pandemic severity.
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As of the week before Thanksgiving, just 1 in 10 Californians have received an updated COVID vaccine

COVID-19 risk is lower this Thanksgiving compared to previous years, despite travel, thanks to widespread immunization and low virus levels before the holiday.

Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says

Nationwide influenza emergency room visits are at "very high" levels, surpassing previous years' cases and reflecting a significant uptick in flu trends.

CDC reports dips in flu, COVID-19, and RSV-though levels still very high

Seasonal flu activity declined in the first week of the year, but it may only be temporary.
COVID-19 data also showed some dips, but wastewater activity levels remain high.

Vaccines Work!

Vaccines are vital for preventing diseases; widespread vaccination helps achieve herd immunity and protects vulnerable populations.

How to Get Free Vaccines for Flu, COVID-19 and RSV

Vaccination is essential to prevent severe illness during respiratory virus season.

Why People Get More Colds in Winter

Cold weather facilitates the spread of respiratory viruses but doesn't directly cause colds.
Indoor gatherings during cold months increase virus transmission risks.

As of the week before Thanksgiving, just 1 in 10 Californians have received an updated COVID vaccine

COVID-19 risk is lower this Thanksgiving compared to previous years, despite travel, thanks to widespread immunization and low virus levels before the holiday.

Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says

Nationwide influenza emergency room visits are at "very high" levels, surpassing previous years' cases and reflecting a significant uptick in flu trends.

CDC reports dips in flu, COVID-19, and RSV-though levels still very high

Seasonal flu activity declined in the first week of the year, but it may only be temporary.
COVID-19 data also showed some dips, but wastewater activity levels remain high.

Vaccines Work!

Vaccines are vital for preventing diseases; widespread vaccination helps achieve herd immunity and protects vulnerable populations.

How to Get Free Vaccines for Flu, COVID-19 and RSV

Vaccination is essential to prevent severe illness during respiratory virus season.

Why People Get More Colds in Winter

Cold weather facilitates the spread of respiratory viruses but doesn't directly cause colds.
Indoor gatherings during cold months increase virus transmission risks.
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#vaccination

Here's when to get vaccinated for best protection against COVID, flu, RSV for holidays

Vaccination against respiratory viruses should happen early for optimal protection before the holiday season.

Pneumonia can be a deadly complication of COVID, the flu, and RSV. What to know about pneumococcal vaccination

Many Americans are unvaccinated against pneumonia despite its risks as a complication of respiratory viruses.
Trust in vaccines and evidence-based communication are crucial to improving vaccination rates.

Here's when to get vaccinated for best protection against COVID, flu, RSV for holidays

Vaccination against respiratory viruses should happen early for optimal protection before the holiday season.

Pneumonia can be a deadly complication of COVID, the flu, and RSV. What to know about pneumococcal vaccination

Many Americans are unvaccinated against pneumonia despite its risks as a complication of respiratory viruses.
Trust in vaccines and evidence-based communication are crucial to improving vaccination rates.
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UK biotech startup raises $100M for next-gen vaccines for respiratory viruses

Vicebio aims to revolutionize vaccines with a novel molecular clamp technology, enhancing effectiveness and manufacturability for respiratory viruses.
#public-health

Only half of Americans plan to get Covid or flu vaccinations this year study

Less than half of Americans plan to get the Covid-19 vaccine this year, signaling significant vaccine hesitancy.

U.S. health officials drop 5-day isolation time for COVID-19

CDC no longer requires 5-day isolation for mild COVID-19 cases
Guideline change aims to align with flu and respiratory virus recommendations

Only half of Americans plan to get Covid or flu vaccinations this year study

Less than half of Americans plan to get the Covid-19 vaccine this year, signaling significant vaccine hesitancy.

U.S. health officials drop 5-day isolation time for COVID-19

CDC no longer requires 5-day isolation for mild COVID-19 cases
Guideline change aims to align with flu and respiratory virus recommendations
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As students head back to class, are schools ready to handle COVID-19?

Schools prepare for respiratory virus season while aiming to limit disruptions.
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Patients seriously affected by flu or Covid may have high levels of crucial enzyme, research finds

Abnormally high levels of enzyme Olah found in seriously ill patients with common respiratory viruses may lead to severe infections and inflammation.

Can Neosporin Protect You From Getting COVID-19?

Coating the inside of the nose with Neosporin may trigger an immune response to repel respiratory viruses, potentially offering extra protection against illnesses.

Patients seriously affected by flu or Covid may have high levels of crucial enzyme, research finds

Abnormally high levels of enzyme Olah found in seriously ill patients with common respiratory viruses may lead to severe infections and inflammation.

Can Neosporin Protect You From Getting COVID-19?

Coating the inside of the nose with Neosporin may trigger an immune response to repel respiratory viruses, potentially offering extra protection against illnesses.
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#flu

Mask policies return in US as respiratory viruses threaten to strain hospitals

Respiratory virus cases and hospitalizations are rising across the US, impacting capacity in health systems.
Vaccination rates for flu, Covid, and RSV remain low despite the availability of updated boosters and new vaccines.

Is it COVID, flu or allergies? California health experts tell how to identify symptoms

Respiratory viruses circulate year-round in California
California health officials recommend seeking testing to determine the specific illness

Mask policies return in US as respiratory viruses threaten to strain hospitals

Respiratory virus cases and hospitalizations are rising across the US, impacting capacity in health systems.
Vaccination rates for flu, Covid, and RSV remain low despite the availability of updated boosters and new vaccines.

Is it COVID, flu or allergies? California health experts tell how to identify symptoms

Respiratory viruses circulate year-round in California
California health officials recommend seeking testing to determine the specific illness
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Changing nature of Covid: Is it just a regular winter bug now?

Anxiety over Covid continues despite vaccinations and evidence suggesting it's becoming just like other respiratory bugs.
Research indicates decreased risk of serious illness and death from Covid compared to flu due to immunity from vaccination and infection.
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