Hantavirus cases are rising, with seven now reported on a luxury cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde. Three people have died and one is in critical condition. The rat-borne virus spreads mainly through contact with infected rodents’ urine, droppings or saliva, and symptoms include fever, chills and muscle aches. The World Health Organisation says the overall threat level remains low, though the situation on the ship is being closely monitored. #virus #rodent #CapeVerde
Hantavirus cases are rising, with seven now reported on a luxury cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde. Three people have died and one is in critical condition. The rat-borne virus spreads mainly through contact with infected rodents’ urine, droppings or saliva, and symptoms include fever, chills and muscle aches. The World Health Organisation says the overall threat level remains low, though the situation on the ship is being closely monitored. #virus #rodent #CapeVerde ♬ original sound - Metro - Metro
