<\/span><\/h3>\nRecently, Hantavirus has made headlines once again when it caused the death of Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa.<\/span> Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)<\/b> is a serious and rare infectious disease that spreads primarily through rodents. In this article, we will discuss hantavirus in detail, including its symptoms, transmission, treatment and common questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>About Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nHantavirus pulmonary syndrome is a rare infectious disease that <\/span>begins with flu-like symptoms<\/b> and can rapidly develop into a severe illness. The disease is caused by various strains of hantavirus, which can cause <\/span>life-threatening lung and heart problems<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Symptoms<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nHantavirus symptoms often begin with<\/span> fatigue, fever, and muscle aches<\/b>. Next, headache, <\/span>dizziness, chills, and stomach problems<\/b> may develop. If respiratory symptoms develop, the mortality rate is about 38%.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Transmission<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nHantavirus is mainly spread<\/span> by rodents such as mice and rats<\/b>. It does not spread from person to person. Infection usually occurs by<\/span> inhaling the airborne hantavirus<\/b> from rodent urine, feces or saliva.<\/span><\/p>\nAlthough it is rare, it can also spread through rodent bites or scratches. Therefore, it is important that people avoid coming in contact with rodents and take care of the cleanliness of their surroundings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Treatment<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nThere is no specific treatment for hantavirus infection. However, early medical assistance can help if a serious disease develops. If a person experiences symptoms of hantavirus, they should seek medical help immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Prevention Measures to Prevent Hantavirus<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nSome important measures to prevent Hantavirus are:<\/span><\/p>\n