Four cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome have been identified so far at Yosemite National Park, two of the infected people have died







“The health of our visitors is our paramount concern and we are making every effort to notify and inform our visitors of any potential illness. Because people often don’t get sick from hantavirus until one to six weeks after exposure, we are encouraging anyone who stayed in Curry Village since June to be aware of the symptoms of hantavirus and seek medical attention at the first sign of illness”.



Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

What are the signs and symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?flupneumonia
  • Cough with mucus
  • Panting, shortness of breath
  • Lung fluid accumulation
  • The heart starts working less efficiently


What are the causes of hantavirus infection?









Diagnosis of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

How is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome treated?



What are the possible complications associated with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?blood pressure





This video footage below was made before the second person died. It shows the interior of the cabins and how they are maintained and kept clean