Understanding HMPV: The Rising Threat of a Respiratory Virus Kumar Jeetendra | January 6, 2025 The human metapneumovirus, more simply referred to as HMPV, has been at the center of attention for health officials in the past few weeks. This virus, being a cousin of the flu and RSV, has been reported to engage in a steady surge of infections. Up until recently, this virus did not pose a threat, …