Second hantavirus-related death in Saskatchewan

Hantavirus is spread by exposure to the droppings and saliva of deer mice, and is more common in the fall as mice begin to move indoors for the winter. (Courtesy CDC)

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A second person has died after coming into contact with hantavirus in Saskatchewan.
The province says the most recent death was an adult in the northern part of the province.
There have been four reported cases of the virus this year, two of which have lead to deaths.

The first death of the year occurred in June.
Hantavirus is transmitted by breathing in contaminated particles from the droppings, urine and saliva of deer mice.
Symptoms are flu-like in nature and can include fever, muscle aches, coughing, headaches, nausea and vomiting. Later, those exposed may experience shortness of breath and respiratory failure, says the health ministry.
It says hantavirus is a rare disease, but if contracted it is severe and can lead to death. People should seek medical attention if the symptoms arise within one to six weeks of exposure to rodent droppings...Continue reading,.. Tips for cleaning rodent droppings.