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WHO warns more hantavirus cases may appear after cruise deaths

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Published on 7 May 2026
WHO warns more hantavirus cases may appear after cruise deaths

A new sick passenger reached Europe before checks

The WHO says more hantavirus cases could emerge after three passengers died following a cruise. One additional sick passenger has since landed in Europe, prompting contact tracing by health officials. Hantavirus typically spreads from rodents and can cause severe illness. With no vaccine or cure, experts are urging strict precautions to keep the outbreak limited.

  • Three cruise passengers died from hantavirus
  • Another sick traveler arrived in Europe
  • Health officials are tracing potential contacts
  • No vaccine or cure exists for hantavirus
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