The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius is officially over. This declaration came after the last person exposed to the virus completed a 42-day quarantine without testing positive. Since May 25, no new cases have been reported. The outbreak involved 13 cases, including three deaths, all among passengers or crew members. Health authorities tracked over 650 contacts across 33 countries. The WHO continues to study the outbreak to improve future responses and develop treatments and vaccines. The virus strain involved, Andes virus, is rare and can spread between people. The outbreak’s origin is believed to be a passenger infected on land before boarding.
QUESTION: How might the experience of a virus outbreak on a cruise ship change the way people think about travel and safety in the future?
Hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship over, WHO says
