health
May 7, 2026
Number of hantavirus cases onboard MV Hondius cruise ship up to eight
The World Health Organization highlighted that three cases were confirmed as laboratory-detected hantavirus infections
TL;DR
- Three laboratory-detected hantavirus infections confirmed.
- Eight total cases of the disease identified on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
- WHO is collaborating with affected countries' authorities.
- Support is being provided to patients, contacts, passengers, and crew.
- Efforts are underway to ensure safety and prevent the spread of the infection.