What to Know About the Hantavirus Outbreak
The Andes virus is the only form of hantavirus capable of human-to-human transmission, and in some people, it can cause severe respiratory infection. Three people have died as a result of a recent cruise ship outbreak, with seven confirmed cases. More than 20 are now isolating after having been evacuated from the ship. Here’s what to know about the disease, which many health experts say is not a huge risk to the public. Plus, how ready is the U.S. for a new pandemic?
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