No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, says UN health agency
Summary
The UN health agency says there is currently no sign of a larger outbreak of hantavirus after passengers were evacuated from a cruise ship where several cases have been confirmed. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) cautions that the situation could change, and more cases might appear due to the virus's long incubation period.Key Facts
- Seven cases of hantavirus have been confirmed among passengers of the MV Hondius cruise ship.
- Three people who traveled on the ship have died.
- The cruise ship left Tenerife, Spain, and is sailing to Rotterdam, Netherlands.
- Twelve hospital workers in the Netherlands are quarantined after possible virus exposure while treating one patient.
- The virus strain involved is likely the Andes strain, which can sometimes spread between people.
- Symptoms include fever, fatigue, muscle pain, stomach troubles, and breathing difficulties.
- The ship's final passengers and many crew members have been evacuated and repatriated to their home countries.
- Health officials continue monitoring the situation and preparing to contain any further cases.
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