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Hantavirus poses little risk in Tompkins County, medical director says

3 weeks ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local

Tompkins County Whole Health Department Photo: Saga Communications

ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — There’s no need for alarm in Tompkins County.

According to Tompkins County Medical Director Dr. William Klepack, local risk is “extremely low” for the Andes hantavirus. The virus recently infected passengers on a luxury cruise ship.

“This is not another pandemic,” Klepack said.

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