3 evacuated off cruise ship with suspected hantavirus cluster, WHO says
Summary
Three people have been evacuated from the cruise ship MV Hondius due to a suspected hantavirus outbreak, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The ship has reported eight suspected hantavirus cases, with three confirmed by lab tests, and one passenger in Switzerland also diagnosed. Authorities are monitoring passengers and planning further medical checks as the ship heads to Tenerife.Key Facts
- Three patients were evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship for medical treatment.
- Eight suspected hantavirus cases have been reported on the ship; three are confirmed by lab tests.
- One infected passenger had already left the ship and sought treatment in Switzerland.
- There have been three deaths among the suspected hantavirus cases, including a married Dutch couple.
- The cruise ship is expected to sail to Tenerife, where Spanish health officials will conduct further tests.
- The Canary Islands’ regional government opposes the ship docking due to safety concerns.
- WHO says the overall public health risk at this point is low but continues close monitoring.
- Cape Verde and international authorities are working together to follow up on those on and off the ship.
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