Fact Check: Did the WHO say hantavirus is spreading very fast across the world?

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Claimant: Social Media


Claim: The World Health Organization says that hantavirus is spreading very fast across the world.


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: The WHO described the hantavirus outbreak as a “cluster” and said there was no sign it was the start of a larger outbreak.


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Date: 05/18/2026


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Last Updated on May 18, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check