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Adm. Christine to Newsmax: World Cup Won't Be 'Superspreader' for Hantavirus

Despite concerns over an outbreak in Argentina, the risk of hantavirus spreading widely in the United States during next month's World Cup remains incredibly low, Assistant Secretary for Health Adm. Brian Christine told Newsmax on Thursday.

By NewsmaxPublished 14 May, 09:00 pmUpdated 14 May, 09:00 pm3 min read
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Despite concerns over an outbreak in Argentina, the risk of hantavirus spreading widely in the United States during next month's World Cup remains incredibly low, Assistant Secretary for Health Adm.

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