New Yorkers are on high alert as the risk of hantavirus, a rare but deadly disease, is on the rise in the state. According to New York's Health Commissioner, residents should be aware of the potential threat, particularly in areas with high rodent activity. The highly contagious virus is typically spread through contact with infected rodents or their droppings, and can cause severe respiratory symptoms in humans. As warmer weather sets in, experts warn that the risk of hantavirus transmission may increase, prompting the Health Commissioner to urge residents to take precautions to protect themselves and their families.
How concerned New Yorkers should be about hantavirus, according to N.Y.'s health commissioner CBS News
