Jill Carr, a respiratory virus expert from Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, joins to clear the air about recent fears over a supposed new virus in China. She discusses Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), its transmission, and how it differs from COVID-19. The conversation highlights the ongoing public anxiety regarding respiratory viruses post-pandemic and the growing awareness of HMPV in Australia. Carr emphasizes the importance of safeguarding vulnerable populations, especially during flu season.
