**Hantavirus Alert in New York: Three Residents Under Surveillance** Health officials in New York are keeping a close eye on three residents who have recently tested positive for hantavirus, a rare but potentially deadly virus that can be transmitted through contact with infected rodents. The individuals, whose identities have not been disclosed, are currently undergoing monitoring and treatment to prevent the spread of the virus. Hantavirus is typically found in the southwestern United States, but cases have been reported in other regions, including the East Coast. As authorities work to contain the outbreak, residents are advised to take precautions to avoid exposure to infected rodents and their droppings, which can carry the virus.


New York monitoring three residents for hantavirus  WFSB