<p>Ever hear of the Hantavirus? It’s not common in the NE, but it’s not unheard of either.</p>
<p>[CDC</a> - How People Get Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) - Hantavirus](<a href=“http://www.cdc.gov/hantavirus/hps/transmission.html]CDC”>Transmission | Hantavirus | DHCPP | CDC)<br>
[Case</a> of Hantavirus Confirmed in New York State](<a href=“http://www.health.ny.gov/press/releases/2012/2012-10-22_hantavirus]Case”>Case of Hantavirus Confirmed in New York State)</p>
<p>How is Hantavirus spread?</p>
<p>Hantavirus is spread from wild rodents to people. The virus, which is found in rodent urine, saliva, and feces, can be easily aerosolized in confined spaces when disturbed by rodents or human activities, such as sweeping or vacuuming. Breathing in the virus is the most common form of transmission; however, one can also become infected by touching the mouth or nose after handling contaminated materials. While rare, a rodent’s bite can also spread the virus.</p>