Common viral respiratory infections such as COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza are linked to an ...

MPV tends to hit hardest in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. A virologist explains.

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing an increase in cases of viral upper respiratory infections this week. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing upper ...

As seasonal allergies and upper respiratory infections flare up, Baptist Health Urgent & Virtual Care reminds patients that convenient and accessible care is available to help manage symptoms and ...

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In light of Pope Francis’ latest diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious disease due to respiratory infections.

For instance, upper respiratory viral infections also can cause a viral ear infection, Tan says. There are many types of viruses that can lead to a respiratory viral infection. Four of the most ...

The human metapneumovirus (HMPV) can cause upper respiratory tract infections as well as serious lung infections. It spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

WHO reports a surge in acute respiratory infections in the Northern Hemisphere, driven by seasonal epidemics of influenza, RSV, and human metapneumovirus (HMPV). The trend is expected during ...

The human metapneumovirus ... Clinical symptoms of HMPV infection may progress to bronchitis or pneumonia and are similar to other viruses that cause upper and lower respiratory infections," the ...