Hantavirus in Virginia
Comprehensive information about hantavirus cases, risk areas, and prevention resources for Commonwealth of Virginia.
9
Total Reported Cases
1993-2024
3
Deaths
Fatality Rate: 33.3%
Sin Nombre Virus and related strains
Primary Virus Strain
2023
Last Reported Case
Virginia Hantavirus Map
Map showing Virginia location. Endemic areas include: Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Mountains, Southwestern Virginia, Rural Piedmont, Appalachian region.
High-Risk Areas in Virginia
Primary Carrier: White-footed Mouse (Peromyscus leucopus)
Recent Outbreaks & Cases
Page County
Case linked to Shenandoah Valley cabin
Rockingham County
Case associated with agricultural work
Prevention Tips for Virginia
Risk Level: low - Cases are rare but precautions still advised in rural areas.
Virginia Health Resources
Virginia Department of Health
Blue Ridge Poison Center
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