Hantavirus explained: Rare virus, real risks and why South Africa faces low threat

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South African epidemiologist, Dr Jo Barnes says the virus was first isolated and identified in the 1950s.

She says there are about 10 000 cases a year, mainly in Europe and Asia and in South and North America.
5 May 8AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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