Rodent safety – Andes Strain information

Seasonal rodent behavior and Andes strain exposure

Understanding how rodent activity changes throughout the year can help people reduce their risk of exposure to the Andes virus and other Hantavirus infections. Seasonal patterns influence where rodents live,…

Gabriel November 7, 2026

Rodent safety

Rodent control mistakes that may increase Andes virus risk

Andes virus is a type of Hantavirus found primarily in parts of South America. Like other hantaviruses, it is carried by certain wild rodents and can cause a serious illness…

Gabriel October 28, 2026

Rodent safety

How to seal entry points against rodents

Rodents can enter homes, sheds, cabins, storage buildings, and other structures through surprisingly small openings. Mice can squeeze through gaps about the size of a dime, while rats can fit…

Gabriel October 21, 2026

Rodent safety

Safe ways to reduce rodent activity indoors

Rodents are common around homes, apartments, cabins, storage buildings, and other indoor spaces. While mice and rats may seem like simple household pests, they can contaminate food, damage property, and…

Gabriel October 14, 2026

Rodent safety

Why food storage matters for hantavirus prevention

Food storage may seem like a simple household habit, but it plays an important role in reducing the risk of exposure to Hantavirus and other rodent-borne viruses. Rodents are attracted…

Gabriel October 7, 2026

Rodent safety

How rodent nests can increase Andes strain risk

Rodent nests are one of the most important environmental clues when assessing the risk of exposure to Hantavirus, including the Andes virus strain found in parts of South America. While…

Gabriel September 28, 2026

Rodent safety

Signs of rodent activity around the home

Rodents are common around homes, farms, storage buildings, and outdoor structures. While seeing a mouse or rat is an obvious sign of an infestation, rodents often leave clues long before…

Gabriel September 21, 2026

Rodent safety

Why rodents carry hantavirus without looking sick

Rodents are the natural hosts of many hantaviruses, including viruses that can cause serious illness in humans. One question people often ask is why infected rodents appear healthy even when…

Gabriel September 14, 2026