A six-month-old baby was the eighth case of Human metapneumovirus (HMPV). HMPV occurs through respiratory droplets, direct contact with contaminated surfaces, or close interaction with an infected individual.

With another case of the Human Metapneumovirus or hMPV reported in Mumbai, the total tally is now eight cases in India`. The cases have been reported in Nagpur, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Chennai and Salem.

HMPV is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms. However, it can increase risks or lead to more serious complications like bronchitis or pneumonia, particularl