health2 years ago
Teen in Issaquah home diagnosed with Hantavirus after mice bite
A teenager in Issaquah, Washington, has been diagnosed with hantavirus after being exposed to a mice bite in their infested home. Hantavirus is commonly transmitted through contact with infected rodents, particularly deer mice, and can lead to severe respiratory illness. Public health officials are urging residents to take precautions to prevent rodent infestations and to seek medical attention if they experience symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, and difficulty breathing.
