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Hanta virus


Hanta virus is a distant cousin of Ebola virus, but is found worldwide. The virus is spread by human contact with rodent waste. Dangerous respiratory illness develops. Effective treatment is not yet available and over 50% of cases end in fatality.
Hanta virus

Review Date: 12/16/2004
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team.
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