Young children, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of developing severe illness due to HMPV.

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Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said the HMPV infection has been in circulation in India for several years. Seven cases have been registered in the country so far.

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Dr. Harris noted that hMPV is a common virus that usually spreads during winter and spring.