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WHO Clarifies Hantavirus Outbreak Is Not COVID or Influenza
The World Health Organization states the ongoing Hantavirus outbreak spreads mainly through infected rodents, not like COVID, with low public health risk despite global cases. Officials are monitoring over 42 days amid rising concerns.
All Passengers on Hantavirus-Hit Cruise Ship Deemed High-Risk by WHO
WHO classifies everyone aboard MV Hondius as high-risk contacts, recommending 42-day active monitoring for all passengers and crew upon disembarkation. No symptoms reported on board currently.
MV Hondius Arrives in Tenerife, Evacuations Underway
The cruise ship MV Hondius docked at Granadilla port in Spain's Canary Islands early Sunday, with evacuations beginning and passengers disembarking in masks after symptom checks. Spanish authorities confirm low risk to locals.
Three Deaths Confirmed in Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship
Global health officials report three deaths from Hantavirus linked to MV Hondius, with confirmed cases rising and possible person-to-person transmission noted. Over 100 passengers, including 17 Americans, remain on board.
WHO Director Visits Tenerife Port, Assures Low Local Risk
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived at the port to coordinate the ship's arrival, emphasizing preparations and low risk due to the disease's nature despite COVID-like fears. Spanish passengers head to Madrid for quarantine.
No Mandatory Quarantine for US Passengers Returning from MV Hondius
CDC officials state no quarantine for the 17 Americans aboard, who will be evaluated in Nebraska and monitor symptoms at home for 42 days without testing if asymptomatic. None have tested positive yet.
Spain Prepares for MV Hondius Docking Amid Hantavirus Fears
Health Minister Monica Garcia announced the ship's arrival between 4-6 AM local time, with initial symptom checks and masked disembarkation; no new contacts in Spain. Repatriation flights planned post-evacuation.
South Africa Joins Global Monitoring of MV Hondius Hantavirus Cases
South Africa, alongside U.S. and Switzerland, is tracking the Andes virus outbreak on the ship, with key responses including passenger monitoring and assessing global health implications.
CDC Faces Criticism for Limited Role in Hantavirus Cruise Ship Response
As WHO declares the outbreak, reports highlight CDC's minimal involvement despite Americans on board, with about two dozen U.S. passengers affected.
Hantavirus Outbreak Sparks Global Concerns Post-COVID
The cruise ship incident reignites pandemic fears worldwide, with Nepal news noting dread over Hantavirus after COVID control, amid six confirmed cases and two probable with person-to-person strain.
Six Confirmed Hantavirus Cases, Including Person-to-Person Strain
Health officials report six confirmed and two probable cases of a transmissible Hantavirus strain on the ship, with three deaths; containment efforts intensify globally.