You don't have to be on a cruise ship to come into contact with the hantavirus. Even a bit of gardening can be enough.
On dpa trends this week, we've taken a closer look at the biggest health topic of the week - a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship.
We give tips on protecting yourself in everyday life, explain how to keep rats away from your home and clarify what the actual risk is of infections spreading off the cruise ship.
Coman Hamilton,
dpa trends & features
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