
HMPV Outbreak: Insights into Children's Vulnerability and Ongoing Surveillance in India
Published on: Sept. 23, 2025, 5:25 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
A study published in The Lancet explores the impact of the HMPV outbreak in India, highlighting that children, especially those aged 1-2, were most affected. Common symptoms included fever and cough. Despite increasing cases in 2024, no recent epidemiological changes were observed. Strengthening surveillance systems is deemed critical for future public health strategies.