Cruise ship passengers and crew hit by Andes hantavirus outbreak
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Updated · WIRED · May 7
Cruise ship passengers and crew hit by Andes hantavirus outbreak
15 articles · Updated · WIRED · May 7
WHO said three passengers died and seven cases were confirmed on the MV Hondius after likely initial exposure during birdwatching in Ushuaia, Argentina.
The Andes strain is unusual because it can spread between people, though experts say transmission usually requires prolonged close contact and the public risk remains low.
Authorities in several countries are monitoring passengers, tracing contacts and evacuating patients, including a Swiss traveller who tested positive after leaving the ship.
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