CDC provides new guide to protect against Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

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Apr 12 2004

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a deadly disease transmitted by infected rodents through urine, droppings, or saliva. Humans can contract the disease when they breathe in aerosolized virus. Rodent control in and around the home remains the primary strategy for preventing hantavirus infection.

		SEAL UP! Seal up holes inside and outside the home to prevent entry by rodents...more


		TRAP UP! Trap rodents around the home to help reduce the population...more
		CLEAN UP! Take precautions before and while cleaning rodent-infested areas...more

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Tags: Hantavirus, Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, Virology, Virus

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