Human Metapneumovirus—Is It a Cause for Concern?

<i>"Infectious disease is one of the few genuine adventures left in the world…. however secure and well regulated civilized life may become, bacteria, protozoa, viruses, infected fleas, lice, ticks, mosquitoes and bedbugs will always lurk in the shadows and pounce upon us when our defenses are down."</i>¹ These words by microbiologist Hans Zinsser in 1934 could be considered even more relevant and relatable today, nearly a century after he made these observations. Emerging infectious diseases continue to be a threat to our progress even though civilization and mankind have taken giant leaps toward development.