Hantavirus is a relatively rare emerging infectious disease that is spread by contact with the contaminated feces and urine of rodents, such as deer mice. It does not spread between people and causes flu-like symptoms. How would scientists most likely recommend that the disease be controlled?
Answer
A
They would encourage people to avoid people infected with hantavirus.
B
They would offer ways to control rodent populations.
C
They would urge infected people to take antibiotics.
D
They would endorse not owning a barn or garage, where rodents can live.
Explanation
Hantavirus spreads through contact with infected rodents’ urine and feces, not from person to person. Controlling rodent populations reduces the chance that people will encounter contaminated material. Therefore, scientists would recommend ways to control rodent populations, choice B.
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