Arizona health officials warn of statewide rise in Hantavirus cases Posted on August 21, 2024 by Connor Johnson NPR - KNAU August 21, 2024 Health officials are warning of an increase in Hantavirus cases. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, the state typically sees up to five cases annually. That rate is up drastically this year, with at least nine confirmed as of mid-August, including three deaths. In a Tuesday release, health officials say cases have been documented in Apache, Coconino, Navajo and Pima counties. Read Article