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BasesTransmissionBelgique
Understanding hantavirus
Hantavirus is a rodent-borne virus. Learn about its transmission routes, strains circulating in Europe and at-risk populations.
8 May 2026Read article
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SymptômesDiagnosticFHSR
Hantavirus symptoms in Europe: HFRS vs HPS
In Europe, the Puumala strain causes Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS). Here is how to distinguish it from Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome seen in the Americas, and when to call 112.
8 May 2026Read article
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PréventionConseilsProtection
Prevention: how to avoid hantavirus
Ventilate before entering enclosed spaces, never dry-sweep, wear an FFP2 mask. Simple actions that effectively protect against hantavirus.
8 May 2026Read article
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Actualité2026Épidémie
2026 outbreak: the MV Hondius cruise ship case
In May 2026, WHO confirmed several hantavirus cases (Andes strain) linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship in Antarctica. Timeline and key points of this unprecedented event.
8 May 2026Read article