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Hantavirus kills three on luxury cruise as cluster sparks global concern
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Published on 6 May 2026
Andes strain may spread between humans though risk stays low
Three passengers have died after a hantavirus outbreak on a luxury cruise ship, with five additional people confirmed or suspected to be infected. Experts are investigating a rare cluster linked to the Andes strain, which officials say can spread between humans. Still, the World Health Organization says the threat to the general public is low.
- Three cruise passengers have died from hantavirus
- Five more cases are confirmed or suspected
- The Andes strain is under investigation, including potential human spread
- WHO says overall public risk remains low
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