Hantavirus can survive in semen 6 years after infection: Study
Summary
A study has found that the Andes hantavirus can live in semen for up to six years after a person is infected. World health officials say this type of hantavirus, which can spread from person to person, is not currently causing a pandemic.Key Facts
- The Andes hantavirus can survive in semen for six years after infection.
- This hantavirus can spread between people, unlike some other types.
- Health officials around the world are monitoring the virus closely.
- Despite its ability to spread, it is not causing a global outbreak now.
- Hantavirus infections can be serious but are generally rare.
- The study suggests the virus may be present in the body for a long time.
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