droppings

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Hantavirus is a rare disease typically transmitted to humans through inhalation of particles contaminated with the urine, droppings or saliva from a rodent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Most often, people become infected with these viruses by inhaling aerosolized urine or droppings from infected rodents.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

It’s typically contracted in rural areas where people come in contact with contaminated dust or rodent droppings, urine and saliva.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

The 2018 outbreak began when a 68-year-old Epuyen resident became infected with the Andes strain, likely while coming into contact with rodent urine, droppings or saliva near his home.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“Matt,” he said, and his voice was stem, “take a good look at this floor. Dried mud on the linoleum. Mouse droppings all over the place. It’s a disgrace. And the whole lobby smells—well, mousey.”

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary