Has China Declared State Of Emergency Over Virus Outbreaks? What We Know
Despite the lack of an official proclamation, social media speculation about a state of emergency has been stoked by reports of a viral outbreak in China, including human metapneumovirus. Due to the possibility of worldwide transmission,
Posts falsely claim mystery disease outbreak, state of emergency in China
China has not declared a state of emergency. PolitiFact checked multiple Chinese and U.S. government websites and found no public health emergency announcements. One of the respiratory viruses social media posts are spotlighting is human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, which was discovered in 2001. It causes coldlike symptoms and most cases are mild.
What Is HMPV? New Virus Outbreak in China Explained
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What is HMPV? China steps up emergency measures amid new virus outbreak
China is experiencing a surge in infections of a respiratory virus, leading to overcrowded hospitals, emergency measures, and public concerns about an outbreak. The virus, identified as human metapneumovirus (HMPV),
Virus outbreak in China sparks pandemic concerns: What to know about HMPV
Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, a contagious virus that can lead to respiratory disease, is reportedly spiking in northern China. Infectious disease experts say risk to the U.S. is low.
China virus warning as HMPV outbreak 'threatens to spread abroad' confirms expert
Experts have warned the public that a virus surging in China could make its way overseas as it is 'likely to spread', with Brits now warned to brace for the HMPV virus
No, China Has Not Declared a State of Emergency Over Respiratory Viruses
The posts are mostly false. Chinese authorities have reported an increase in some respiratory infections, but the increases ...
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HMPV: China's healthcare system not overwhelmed, says WHO
The World Health Organisation has dismissed social media claims of a state of emergency in China, asserting that the ...
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China in Crisis as Viral Outbreak 'Overwhelms' Hospitals and Crematoriums Nationwide: Reports
Hospitals overrun, crematoriums strained, and citizens panickingChina grapples with a state of emergency as multiple ...
China Faces Surge in HMPV-led Respiratory Illnesses, But No Declared Epidemic Yet
The incident highlights the importance of data transparency and combating misinformation to ensure effective responses to ...
Earthquake in Tibet kills over 100 people, China's state media say, with many others feared trapped
A strong earthquake killed more than 100 people in Tibet and left many others trapped in the autonomous region of western ...
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China Faces New Virus Outbreak Five Years After Covid Crisis
There are even claims that China has declared a state of emergency, though this has not been confirmed. HMPV is known to cause flu-like symptoms and can also present symptoms similar to Covid-19 ...