The Unlikely Buddha

There are a few reasons why Trump and his followers disliked Fauci and blamed him for the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci contradicted Trump publicly. Fauci was one of the few scientists who was willing to speak out publicly and contradict Trump's statements about the virus, such as when he said that the virus was not going to "disappear" like a miracle in the spring of 2020. Fauci's popularity threatened Trump. Fauci became a trusted voice on the pandemic, and his popularity soared, while Trump's approval ratings declined. This may have threatened Trump's ego and his chances of re-election. Fauci represented the establishment. Fauci is a career government scientist, and he represents the type of expert that Trump and his supporters often distrust. Fauci's advice was inconvenient for Trump's political goals. Fauci's recommendations for things like social distancing and mask-wearing were often inconvenient for Trump's political goals, such as keeping t...

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV). Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that causes an upper respiratory infection (like a cold). It is a seasonal disease that usually occurs in the winter and early spring, similar to RSV and the flu. Anyone can be infected with HMPV, but it is most common in children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Most people get HMPV before they turn 5. You can get HMPV again, but symptoms are usually mild after your first infection. HMPV is spread through contact with respiratory secretions from an infected person, such as through coughing or sneezing. It can also be spread through contact with contaminated objects, such as toys or doorknobs. Symptoms of HMPV usually develop within 3-6 days of exposure to the virus. The most common symptoms include: Cough Fever Runny or stuffy nose Sore throat Wheezing Shortness of breath Most cases of HMPV are mild and go away on their own within a week or two. However, in some cases, HMPV ...