What to know about hantavirus, the illness linked to a cruise ship outbreak
· KRGV (NBC 5)
An outbreak of hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship has resulted in three deaths and several illnesses among passengers. Health officials assert that the risk to the general public is low, as hantavirus does not spread easily between people. The Andes virus, responsible for this outbreak, may have originated from a birdwatching trip in Ushuaia, Argentina. Symptoms of hantavirus include fever, chills, and muscle aches, and can escalate to severe respiratory issues. While infections are rare, the CDC reported 229 cases and 59 deaths in the Americas in 2025. Preventive measures focus on reducing contact with rodents and their droppings.
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