Hantavirus survivor shares experience of a harrowing illness

A Hantavirus survivor shares their emotional story during a community health event aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of the virus and preventive measures against rodent exposure.

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a serious respiratory disease that can develop after exposure to the virus, primarily through inhalation of aerosolized virus from rodent droppings, urine, or saliva. In the United States, cases are rare but can be fatal, with a mortality rate of approximately 38%. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … Read more