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Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship kills three WHO confirms cases
Health & Fitness
Published on 7 May 2026
Rodent borne virus sparks fears aboard a ship
A suspected Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has reportedly killed three people. The WHO has confirmed five cases and flagged three additional suspected infections, intensifying concerns about how the rodent-borne virus could spread in close quarters. Authorities are now focused on symptoms, containment, and whether passengers should be taking extra precautions.
- Three deaths reported in a suspected shipborne Hantavirus outbreak
- WHO confirms five cases and tracks three more suspected infections
- Rodent-borne transmission raises containment and hygiene concerns
- Health guidance focuses on symptoms, prevention, and treatment
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