Hantavirus in Idaho
Comprehensive information about hantavirus cases, risk areas, and prevention resources for State of Idaho.
33
Total Reported Cases
1993-2024
12
Deaths
Fatality Rate: 36.4%
Sin Nombre Virus
Primary Virus Strain
2024
Last Reported Case
Idaho Hantavirus Map
Map showing Idaho location. Endemic areas include: Central Idaho mountains, Snake River Plain, Boise foothills, Northern Idaho forests, Eastern Idaho farmland.
High-Risk Areas in Idaho
Primary Carrier: Deer Mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus)
Recent Outbreaks & Cases
Ada County
Cases linked to foothill property cleanup
Twin Falls County
Case associated with agricultural building
Prevention Tips for Idaho
Risk Level: high - Extra precautions strongly recommended in rural and mountain areas.
Idaho Health Resources
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Idaho Poison Control Center
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