A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic kills 3 people
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic has resulted in three deaths, including an elderly couple. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed one case and is investigating the situation, with at least three others affected. The ship is currently off the coast of Cape Verde, where local authorities are assisting but have not allowed disembarkation. The cruise began in Argentina and included stops in Antarctica and the Falkland Islands. Approximately 150 passengers were onboard, and two crew members are receiving urgent medical care. WHO is conducting a public health risk assessment.
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