Rodents Hantavirus - Prevention, Causes & Symptoms

mouse crawling out milk mug

The Rodent Hantavirus is exclusively transmitted by mice and rats.

However, this infectious disease is also carried by a wide range of rodents related to the vermin population as a whole.

While other animals have in built immunity against this disease, Hantavirus prevention is very important for all humans.

In fact, it is important to understand the Hantavirus symptoms - in order to take immediate precautions and preventative care if you suspect an infection.

How do humans contract the Hantavirus?

 

Humans contract the Hantavirus via direct or indirect exposure to mouse droppings.

They can also contract the disease through vermin saliva and rodent urine.

In some cases, the disease has even been passed to humans from rat bites.

It is important to know that the Hantavirus cannot be passed from one person to another.

However, there are some rare cases of the Andes Hantavirus being passed from people to people.

many mice in hay


The Hantavirus Symptoms & Causes


Rodents Hantavirus causes two common diseases in humans that get infected.

This includes the pulmonary syndrome, which causes severe lung problems and respiratory issues.

This strain can be potentially lethal if not treated in a timely and professional medical manner.

The respiratory strain has basically managed to get a strong foothold in North and South America over the years.

There is also the hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome.

This is directly caused by dangerous mice droppings, and mainly affects UK, Europe and Asia.

This disease cause kidney and organ failure, and is incredibly dangerous.

Those suffering from the Hantavirus can experience:

Prevention

 

The chances of contracting the Hantavirus in Warwickshire and Yorkshire - and across the UK are slim.

However, there is no known vaccine as of yet.

This means it's important to take preventative measures to safeguard your family and yourself from harm.

avon pest control logo


At Avon Pest Control, we have the tools and expertise to protect your home or business from vermin and rodents.

This includes:
The  Rodents Hantavirus can be lethal and we want to protect all our customers and their families.

For more information on rodent control, simply contact or visit our website here:

http://www.avon-pestcontrol.co.uk/pestControl
 

Labels: , ,