Global Overview
Hantavirus Tracker provides a real-time global overview of hantavirus cases, sourced from public health data. Countries are colored by danger level based on confirmed case counts.
Hantaviruses are a family of RNA viruses spread primarily by rodents. Humans become infected through contact with rodent urine, droppings, saliva, or by inhaling aerosolized particles from these materials. Person-to-person transmission is rare but has been documented with the Andes virus (ANDV) strain.
Early symptoms appear 1–8 weeks after exposure and include fatigue, fever, and muscle aches, especially in the thighs, hips, and back. Later stages can progress to coughing, shortness of breath, and fluid-filled lungs. Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) has a case fatality rate of approximately 36%.
There is currently no vaccine or specific treatment. Prevention focuses on avoiding contact with rodents: sealing entry points in buildings, storing food securely, and safely cleaning areas with rodent activity using disinfectant (never dry sweeping or vacuuming).
This tracker is for informational purposes only. Data may be delayed or incomplete. Always refer to official health authorities for medical guidance. If you suspect hantavirus exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
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