In a message dated 96-07-17 09:11:39 EDT, you write: << Out west here we have a very dangerous disease that is spread to humans through our lungs when we stir up dust from a mouse nest. I think rubber gloves may also be recommended as the virus can also be picked up via skin contact. Scott Johnson >> I have listened very carefully to several reports about the haunta (sp?) virus, which is the big bugaboo everybody is worried about. As far as I have heard, that particular virus is only spread by RATS, not mice. Mice are, however, the carriers for a bunch of other nasty stuff which I have begun to be much more careful about. Gloves, maybe a dust mask, a stern (but tactful) lecture to the piano owner, and an appropriate fee for the extra equipment are all good ideas. Dave Stocker, RPT
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