Hantavirus Is Scary But Chronic Health Risks Are More Dangerous

The article says rare threats like hantavirus often get outsized attention from media and the public.

It argues that everyday risks such as heart disease, obesity, poor sleep, and loneliness cause far more preventable harm.

The piece warns that fear can skew public health priorities away from the biggest drivers of illness and death.

It calls for more attention to chronic risks that affect millions over time.