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Venezuela confirms 3 people have died of hantavirus infections, with 2 more deaths suspected
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
Venezuela confirmed on Tuesday that three people died of infections of hantavirus, but stressed there was no evidence of human-to-human transmission in the South American country, which has rarely reported cases of the rodent-borne disease in humans. The Health Ministry said hantavirus was also s...
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Key takeaway The Health Ministry said hantavirus was also suspected in the deaths of two health workers in the southwestern state of Barinas.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The recent outbreak of hantavirus in Venezuela serves as a reminder that San Antonio residents should be aware of the risks of rodent-borne diseases in their own community. Although hantavirus is rare in humans, it can be spread through contact with infected rodents, which are common in the San Antonio area. The fact that health workers in Venezuela are being sent to affected states to guarantee health security highlights the importance of public health measures in preventing the spread of disease. In San Antonio, residents can take steps to protect themselves by sealing entry points to their homes and businesses to prevent rodents from getting inside, and by taking precautions when cleaning up rodent droppings or nests. By being aware of the risks and taking preventive measures, San Antonio residents can reduce their risk of contracting hantavirus and other rodent-borne diseases.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Venezuela confirmed on Tuesday that three people died of infections of hantavirus, but stressed there was no evidence of human-to-human transmission in the South American country, which has rarely reported cases of the rodent-borne disease in humans. The Health Ministry said hantavirus was also s...
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