Hantavirus | Santé publique France
Hantavirus infections are viral zoonoses transmitted by infected wild rodents. These viruses are found on every continent.
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Key points about Hantavirus hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS)
- HFRS is a group of illnesses caused by various hantaviruses (e.g., Hantaan, Dobrava, Seoul, Puumala). The CDC describes it as spanning several phases (febrile, hypotensive, oliguria, diuresis, recovery) with symptoms ranging from mild to severe, and potential kidney involvement [cdc: Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS)].
- Transmission is typically via inhalation of aerosols from rodent excreta; person-to-person spread is rare for HFRS/hantaviruses, though other hantaviruses can have different transmission patterns. The illness is most often reported in Asia and parts of Europe, with global awareness and surveillance increasing in response to outbreaks [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov overview; cdc overview].
- There is no widely approved specific antiviral proven to reliably treat HFRS; management is primarily supportive (hydration, electrolyte management, blood pressure support, and sometimes dialysis for kidney failure). Early ribavirin therapy has shown some benefit in certain settings when given very early in the disease course, but its efficacy is variable and not universally recommended for all cases [cdc HFRS; ncbi/studies].
Recent themes you might be looking for (latest-news indicators)
- Global hantavirus activity tends to rise seasonally in certain regions, with outbreaks often linked to rodent population surges and environmental factors. Surveillance trackers and public health agencies periodically issue alerts when clusters are detected [Hantavirus outbreak trackers; WHO/CDC updates].
- Public health agencies (e.g., CDC, Santé publique France) regularly publish pages on hantavirus risks, prevention, and guidance for clinicians when new cases are detected or outbreaks occur [cdc HFRS; santé publique France hantavirus pages].
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