There have been no cases of hantavirus reported to Northeastern Public Health.
However, it is being reported in other parts of the world. Health unit community immunization manager Kassandra Plante says that speaks to travel and making sure your vaccinations are up to date.
“Regardless of whether you are travelling abroad or travelling within the province or even within the country,” she states, “it’s a great opportunity to make sure that you have all the required vaccines.”
A health unit nurse can help you determine whether your vaccinations are up to date and help you get any you need.
There is no vaccine for hantavirus. However, Plante says if you do contract it, there’s a risk of complications.
“And so there are vaccines that exist and they can help prevent some of thoseserious illnesses, srious complications such as hospitalization, pneumonia or anything else for that matter.”
Click below hear more from Kassandra Plante, including how to protect yourself while travelling.
