WATCH: Your questions about the deadly hantavirus answered
Summary
Dr. Amesh Adalja from Johns Hopkins explains the Andes variant of hantavirus, a rare but serious virus that can spread from rodents to humans. Health experts say the risk of hantavirus to the general public is very low and quarantine is not usually needed for people exposed to it.Key Facts
- The Andes variant of hantavirus comes from rodents and can cause serious illness in humans.
- It is rare and spreads mainly through contact with rodent droppings or saliva.
- Dr. Amesh Adalja is a senior scholar at Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security and provided explanations about the virus.
- Health officials say the chance of hantavirus spreading widely among people is very low.
- Quarantine is not always required for people exposed to hantavirus, such as those on a cruise ship where cases were identified.
- Symptoms can be severe, but early medical care helps improve outcomes.
- Experts continue to monitor the situation to prevent outbreaks.
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