Third Briton has suspected hantavirus linked to cruise ship outbreak
Summary
A third British person has been diagnosed with suspected hantavirus linked to an outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius. The outbreak has caused three deaths, and health officials are closely monitoring passengers while preparing to bring them back to the UK safely.Key Facts
- Three British nationals have suspected hantavirus infections connected to the cruise ship MV Hondius.
- Two infected patients are in hospitals in the Netherlands and South Africa; the third is on Tristan da Cunha island.
- The outbreak has caused three deaths so far.
- The WHO warns more cases may appear but expects the outbreak to stay small if precautions are taken.
- The MV Hondius is traveling to Tenerife, where British passengers and crew will disembark.
- UK government staff will assist British nationals leaving the ship and provide a free return flight to the UK.
- Onboard specialists will monitor passengers during the flight to prevent and manage any illness.
- All British passengers and crew must isolate for 45 days and undergo close health monitoring after returning to the UK.
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