04-02-2016 22:04 via krqe.com

Sandoval County woman hospitalized with hantavirus

SANTA FE (AP) – Health officials say a 37-year-old Sandoval County woman is hospitalized with hantavirus, making New Mexico’s first case this year.
The state Department of Health says an environmental investigation will be done at the woman’s home to help reduce the risk of others contracting the deadly disease.
Hantavirus is transmitted by infected rodents through urine, droppings or saliva. People also can breathe in the virus.
Health officials say people should seal up crack
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