Human metapneumovirus in California: What you need to know - Los Angeles Times
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by Karen Garcia, Hanna SenderMarch 4, 2026
Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, are on the rise in parts of California. It typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but could lead to more-severe disease in vulnerable individuals.
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Originally published on Los Angeles Times on 3/4/2026