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Are all rodents linked to Andes virus?
Many people assume that any mouse, rat, or other rodent can spread Andes virus. In reality, that is not the case. While Andes virus belongs to the Hantavirus family and…
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Which rodents carry Andes virus?
Andes virus is a type of Hantavirus found in parts of South America. Like other hantaviruses, it is primarily a rodent-borne virus, meaning it naturally circulates in certain wild rodents…
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What counts as close contact with Andes virus?
Understanding what qualifies as close contact with Andes virus can help people make informed decisions without unnecessary fear. Andes virus is a type of Hantavirus found mainly in parts of…