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NARRATOR: The disease these people are talking about is a disease that was just discovered in 1993. And it's a rare disease that's affected people from all over the United States. Furthermore, it's a deadly disease that strikes very hard and very fast. In this program the doctors and scientists who have had first-hand experience with this new disease will discuss the most up-to-date facts. You'll learn what the symptoms are like, how it's transmitted, what the risk factors are, and what type of treatment is used. But most importantly you'll learn how you can prevent getting Hantavirus disease.

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This page last reviewed February 28, 2000.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Infectious Diseases
Division of Viral and Rickettsial Diseases
Special Pathogens Branch