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I cleaned out a cabin with mouse dropping, I was really careful not to create any dust , until I started the shop vac,, then the whole room was full of dust...I m concerned that maybe hauntavirus may have been there, is there anything I can do to help not get the virus?? Thanks
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-Wear rubber or plastic gloves. -Do not sweep or vacuum rodent droppings. -Spray droppings with a household disinfectant or a mixture of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water. -Wipe up wet droppings with paper towels or a wet mop if dealing with a large area -Wash gloves in disinfectant and hot soapy water before taking them off
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How Can A Hantavirus Infection Be Prevented?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. -Wear rubber or plastic gloves. -Do not sweep or vacuum rodent droppings. -Spray droppings with a household disinfectant or a mixture of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water. -Wipe up wet droppings with paper towels or a wet mop if dealing with a large area -Wash gloves in disinfectant and hot soapy water before taking them off Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.