Hantavirus Infection is a rare but serious viral disease that can spread from rodents to humans. The virus is commonly carried by mice and rats and spreads through their urine, droppings, and saliva. How does it spread? The most common transmission methods are: Breathing in air contaminated with dried rodent urine or droppings Touching contaminated surfaces and then touching the mouth, nose, or eyes Rarely through rodent bites Consuming contaminated food or water Human-to-human transmission is extremely rare and is not seen in most hantavirus strains. Symptoms Early symptoms often resemble the flu: High fever Muscle pain Fatigue Headache Nausea and vomiting In more severe cases: Shortness of breath Fluid buildup in the lungs Kidney failure Low blood pressure and other serious complications may occur. Is it dangerous? Yes. Some hantavirus strains can cause severe lung syndromes or kidney diseases. Early diagnosis and intensive medical care can be life-saving. Prevention methods Avoid contact with rodents Ventilate closed spaces before cleaning Use disinfectants instead of sweeping rodent droppings Wear gloves and masks while cleaning Store food in sealed containers Is there a treatment? There is no specific antiviral cure for hantavirus. Treatment is mainly supportive and may include: Oxygen support Fluid balance management Intensive care treatment If symptoms are suspected, seeking medical attention immediately is very important.