5 viral cartoons about the hantavirus outbreak

Artists take on rat summits, viral moments, and more

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A group of four rats are speaking to each other. One of them is labeled “Hantavirus.” That one says, “What a perfect time for RFK Jr to be in charge!”

(Image credit: John Deering / Copyright 2026 Creators Syndicate)

A spiked COVID-19 germ smiles at a hantavirus germ that’s also smiling. The hantavirus says,”I’m ready for my closeup!”

(Image credit: Bob Englehart / Copyright 2026 Cagle Cartoons, Inc.)

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