| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | May 12, 2026, 7:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | May 12, 2026, 7:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/how-did-an-illinois-resident-potentially-contract-hantavirus-what-weve-learned/3935177/ |
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After Illinois officials announced on Tuesday it is investigating a possible
hantavirus case in the state that is "not connected" to the [ widespread
outbreak on a cruise ship ][1] that sparked concerns across the globe, many may
be wondering how the person could have caught the virus.
The person w...