Highly Contagious Virus Spreads on West Coast
A lesser-known virus, human metapneumovirus (HMPV), is spreading rapidly across Northern California, with peak cases in January. HMPV, which peaks in winter and spring, can cause symptoms similar to the flu and COVID-19, including cough, fever, and shortness of breath. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) monitors wastewater samples to track infection patterns, … Read more