The UAE has confirmed it is fully prepared to deal with any potential developments related to hantavirus and other public health threats, as authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority and the Ministry of Health and Prevention said the country’s health surveillance systems, precautionary measures and emergency response plans remain fully active.
The update came during a meeting of the National Team for the Management of Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Related to Human Epidemics, where officials reviewed preparedness measures and coordination efforts with local and international partners.
UAE monitoring situation closely
Authorities said healthcare facilities and medical teams across the UAE are ready to respond if needed, while precautionary monitoring systems continue operating as part of the country’s proactive public health strategy.
Officials also urged residents to rely only on official information sources and avoid circulating misleading or inaccurate reports online.
WHO says hantavirus poses low risk
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified hantavirus as a low-risk disease in terms of global spread.
According to them, human-to-human transmission remains very limited, with most infections linked to exposure to rodents or contaminated environments.
The organisation added that current assessments do not indicate any risk of a potential pandemic.
What is hantavirus?
Hantavirus refers to a group of viruses primarily spread through contact with infected rodents, their urine, droppings or saliva.
Symptoms can vary depending on the strain but may include fever, fatigue, muscle aches and respiratory complications in severe cases.
