rodent droppings – Andes Hantavirus

How to recognize rodent activity indoors

Finding signs of rodents inside a home, cabin, garage, or storage building can be unsettling. Beyond the property damage they may cause, rodents can also carry diseases, including Hantavirus. While…

Alexandria November 7, 2026

Rodent exposure

How rodent droppings can create Andes virus risk

Rodent droppings may seem like a simple housekeeping problem, but in certain parts of the world they can also be a health concern. Some wild rodents carry Hantavirus, a group…

Alexandria October 14, 2026

Rodent exposure

Which rodents are linked to Andes virus?

Understanding which rodents carry the Andes virus is one of the most important steps in reducing the risk of infection. Like other members of the Hantavirus family, the Andes virus…

Alexandria September 28, 2026

Transmission risks

Can Andes virus spread through dust?

Many people wonder whether Andes virus can spread through dust, especially when cleaning cabins, sheds, garages, or other places where rodents may have been present. The short answer is that…

Alexandria August 14, 2026