Hantavirus Strain May Spread Through Casual Contact
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed eight infections with the Andes strain of the Hantavirus. This strain is known to be transmissible between humans. Three people have died from a strain of hantavirus worldwide, with another 10 falling ill. The source mentions a urologist discussing the hantavirus cruise, but his medical expertise is noted as being 'below the belt'. A specific strain of Hantavirus has been identified as the cause of three deaths globally. The risk to the general population is considered low.
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Sources · 7 independent
C-SPAN Radio
“Worldwide, three people have died from this strain of hantavirus. Another 10 have gotten ill.”
NPR
“The World Health Organization says Hanta virus”
WBUR Boston
“have created what one top official called a multi-faceted emergency. The state... organizations, Michelle Kellerman and PR News, the State Department. The World Health Organization says Hontavirus may be able to spread through casual contact, but that the risk to the general.”
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