
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: Human-to-Human Spread
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- Published
- May 5, 2026
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- 1:00
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- May 5, 2026
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Three passengers have died from suspected hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship, with WHO indicating potential human-to-human transmission. The Andes strain from South America is suspected, possibly picked up before boarding. No rats found on board, but disinfection and protective measures are in place. Two crew members are airlifted to the Netherlands…
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Three passengers have died from suspected hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship, with WHO indicating potential human-to-human transmission. The Andes strain from South America is suspected, possibly picked up before boarding. No rats found on board, but disinfection and protective measures are in place. Two crew members are airlifted to the Netherlands, passengers quarantined off Cape Verde, with low public risk due to rare human spread. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.c
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