HANTAVIRUS STATEMENT FROM THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH: “THERE IS NO POSITIVE CASE IN TURKEY”
ANKARA – The expected official statement from the Ministry of Health regarding the hantavirus risk, which is carefully monitored around the world after the coronavirus pandemic.. Ministry, curious about the public “Is there a hantavirus case in Turkey??” giving a clear answer to the question, announced that no positive cases have been found in our country so far..
The Process is Followed on Scientific Principles
In the written statement made by the Ministry of Health, It was emphasized that the process regarding hantavirus was followed meticulously from the first moment.. Relevant units within the Ministry, It was stated that it continues its screening and monitoring activities uninterruptedly against all infectious diseases that may threaten public health..
“Consider Official Authorities Only”
The Ministry warns citizens against false information circulating on social media and various media., He made the following statements:
“Process regarding hantavirus cases reflected in the public, It is followed meticulously by our Ministry in line with scientific principles.. No positive cases have been detected in our country yet.. Our citizens should only take into account the statements made by official authorities., It is important for people to be careful about unverified information.”
What is Hantavirus and How is it Transmitted??
Hantavirus, usually rodents (field mouse etc.) It is a group of viruses that are transmitted to humans through contact with their secretions or inhalation of these secretions into dust.. experts, He states that the risk of human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is quite low, but it is critical to pay attention to hygiene rules in rural areas or areas with a dense rodent population..
Ministry of Health, He concluded his statement by stating that prevention and control efforts to protect public health throughout Türkiye continue in coordination with all relevant stakeholders..
