By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - China is facing a surge in respiratory illnesses, with hospitals overflowing and emergency measures in place. The culprit appears to be a resurgence of Human Metapneumovirus, or HMPV. This virus typically causes mild cold-like symptoms, but in recent weeks, it has led to a significant increase in hospitalizations, particularly among children. While not a new virus, HMPV has gained attention due to the sheer number of cases overwhelming the healthcare system. To delve more into this developing crisis, Hoosen spoke to the Secretary General of the Peoples Health Organisation-India, Dr Ishwar Gilada...

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - China is facing a surge in respiratory illnesses, with hospitals overflowing and emergency measures in place. The culprit appears to be a resurgence of Human Metapneumovirus, or HMPV. This virus typically causes mild cold-like symptoms, but in recent weeks, it has led to a significant increase in hospitalizations, particularly among children. While not a new virus, HMPV has gained attention due to the sheer number of cases overwhelming the healthcare system. To delve more into this developing crisis, Hoosen spoke to the Secretary General of the Peoples Health Organisation-India, Dr Ishwar Gilada...</p>

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