Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: Three Dead, CDC Says Public Risk Remains Low
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Tim Chan
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Summary
Three people died and at least five passengers on the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius contracted hantavirus (Orthohantavirus), a rodent-borne virus spread through contact with rodents or their droppings. The CDC states the risk to public health is 'extremely low.' The article discusses hantavirus prevention methods and products that could help prevent the virus from spreading in home environments.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledFears of a new pandemic are spreading following the deaths of three people aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
At least five passengers on the Dutch vessel MV Hondius were confirmed to have hantavirus (officially Orthohantavirus), a strain of deadly viruses spread through contact with rodents or their droppings.
The CDC says risk to public health is 'extremely low,' but if you're concerned about hantavirus, these products could help prevent the virus from spreading.
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