Disease That Killed Gene Hackman’s Wife Is Spreading in Nevada

Urgent warning as rare virus that killed Gene Hackman's wife on the rise in US

A RARE virus that killed Gene Hackman’s wife is spreading in the United States, warn health experts. The rodent-borne disease can cause a range of debilitating symptoms including flu-like illness, headaches, and vomiting. Getty Images - GettyThere was an investigation into the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, in Santa Fe[/caption] Betsy Arakawa, 65, died from Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)Getty GettyPeople get hanta…

Rare Virus That Killed Gene Hackman's Wife Now Spreading Through The U.S.

The Hantavirus, a rare rodent-borne virus that killed the wife of legendary actor Gene Hackman, is spreading through U.S.

Disease That Killed Gene Hackman’s Wife Is Spreading in Nevada

Hantavirus, the disease that killed Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, earlier this year, is on the rise. The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services and the Nevada Department of Wildlife announced on Thursday, June 12, that the state recently found two confirmed cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. Hantavirus is a respiratory disease caused by exposure to the droppings, urine or saliva of deer mice. The condition is a severe and pote…

After Coronavirus, Hantavirus now spreading across U.S. — symptoms, treatment, vaccines, and is it life-threatening?

A rat-borne disease called hantavirus has been found in Nevada. It spreads through contact with infected rodents. Actor Gene Hackman's wife died from it earlier this year. Health experts advise people to stay safe as the weather gets hotter.

Hantavirus, which killed Gene Hackman's wife, linked to 3 deaths in rural California town

Senior Resources offers lifeline to caregivers with DayAway

The news that Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman lived for a week with the body of his deceased wife before passing away was a shock to his fans and others. Despite having the means to hire full-time caregivers, Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, chose to live privately, with caregiving responsibilities falling solely on her. When Arakawa unexpectedly died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, Hackman – already battling advanced Alzheimer’s diseas…