Dr. Jon LaPook breaks down hantavirus and its risks
Summary
Five U.S. states are monitoring people returning from a cruise ship where a deadly hantavirus outbreak occurred. Dr. Jon LaPook, CBS News medical correspondent, explains the risks this virus poses to Americans.Key Facts
- Hantavirus outbreak happened on a cruise ship.
- Five U.S. states are tracking passengers who came back from that ship.
- Hantavirus can be deadly.
- The virus is being closely watched by health officials.
- Dr. Jon LaPook provided information about the virus risks on CBS News.
- Passengers’ health is being monitored to prevent further spread.
- Hantavirus is a rare virus typically spread by rodents.
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