China faces Covid-like scare again: All you should know about HMPV & other viruses overwhelming hospitals and crematories

China faces Covid-like scare again: All you should know about HMPV & other viruses overwhelming hospitals and crematories

China is experiencing a rise in respiratory illnesses, including human metapneumovirus (HMPV), according to reports. Reports and social media posts suggest the virus is spreading rapidly, with some claiming hospitals and crematories are overwhelmed. Videos online show crowded hospitals, with social media users highlighting the presence of multiple viruses, including influenza A, HMPV, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, … Read more

Pediatric ER Visits Rise for Firearms Injuries, Drug Poisonings During Pandemic

Pediatric ER Visits Rise for Firearms Injuries, Drug Poisonings During Pandemic

Feb. 22, 2022 Pediatric emergency room visits dropped overall during the COVID-19 pandemic but went up sharply in certain categories, such as firearms injuries and drug poisonings, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. Among adolescents aged 12-17, ER visits went up for self-harm and eating disorders. The impact of the pandemic on … Read more