US vs Europe: huge differences in protocol for passengers of hantavirus-hit ship
Summary
Passengers and crew of the MV Hondius cruise ship were evacuated after a hantavirus outbreak infected at least eight people. Different countries adopted varying health protocols for returned passengers, with Europe enforcing strict isolation and monitoring, while the United States took a more relaxed approach.Key Facts
- The MV Hondius cruise ship had a hantavirus outbreak, with at least eight infected, including confirmed and suspected cases.
- Three people died due to the virus before passengers were evacuated in Tenerife, Spain.
- Passengers from 23 different countries were repatriated under close supervision.
- European countries like France, Britain, and the Netherlands enforced strict isolation and monitoring for returning passengers.
- France isolated infected passengers in specially designed hospital rooms to prevent spread.
- The UK required all returning passengers to isolate for 42 days and undergo testing within 72 hours.
- The U.S. CDC described hantavirus risks as low and chose a more relaxed protocol despite one American testing positive for the Andes strain, which can spread between people.
- The World Health Organization recommended daily health checks for 42 days after disembarkation and avoiding contact with others during this time.
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