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While most hantaviruses do not pass from person to person, rare instances of human transmission have been documented with the Andes virus strain.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The company said last week it had conducted preclinical research on hantaviruses and is reportedly working on treatments.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Even before this outbreak started, Moderna did some research on hantaviruses in collaboration with the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Old World hantaviruses, typically found in Europe and Asia, generally affect the kidneys.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Old World hantaviruses, which are endemic to Africa, Asia and Europe, can cause hemorrhagic fever with kidney disease.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026