Virus that caused death of actor’s wife in Santa Fe is rare but serious illness that can damage major organs of the bodyAuthorities said on Friday that actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease days after his wife, Betsy Arakawa, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. But what exactly is this rare illness?Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is a rare but serious viral disease that can damage the heart, lungs, and other organs. The syndrome progresses quickly and can be fatal, according to the Cleveland Clinic, one of the largest and most respected medical centers in the US. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/07/hantavirus-gene-hackman-wife-death
Author : Coral Murphy Marcos
Publish date : 2025-03-08 02:48:00
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Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome: the infection that killed Betsy Arakawa, Gene Hackman’s wife
