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Hantavirus in Panama

12 February 2014

The Minister of Health reported 9 cases of hantavirus infections this year (2014) in Las Tablas, Los Santos province. One person is reported to have died.

Advice for Travellers

Hantavirus infection is normally considered a low risk for travellers. Humans are often infected by inhaling dust that contains the virus in faeces and urine of wild rodents. Travellers living in rural areas with close proximity to rodents e.g. campers and hikers may be at increased risk.

• Further information on Hantavirus