Hantavirus Outbreak in California
Three deaths in California due to hantavirus, a disease primarily carried by rodents causing severe respiratory or renal diseases in humans. Hantavirus cases confirmed in Mammoth Lakes. Health officials warn of increased risk with the presence of mice and advise precautions.
Key Points
- Hantavirus primarily carried by rodents
- Fatalities due to hantavirus in California
- Importance of precautions and early medical care
Pros
- Increased awareness of hantavirus and its transmission
- Health officials taking necessary precautions to prevent further spread
Cons
- High fatality rate of nearly 40% in infected individuals
- Lack of clarity on how individuals contracted the virus