Hantavirus infections can be prevented by reducing exposure to rodents and their contaminated materials. This includes sealing homes and buildings to keep rodents out, safely cleaning areas with rodent droppings or nests using disinfectants (rather than sweeping or vacuuming, which can spread particles into the air), and maintaining clean surroundings to avoid attracting rodents. When working in areas where rodents may be present, such as sheds or cabins, it is important to ventilate spaces and use protective gear, such as gloves and masks, to minimize the risk of inhaling contaminated dust.
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