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King County Residents Monitored for Hantavirus After Cruise Ship Exposure

King County Residents Monitored for Hantavirus After Cruise Ship Exposure

Three residents of King County, Washington, are under public health monitoring after potential exposure to the Andes strain of hantavirus linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. Two residents were near an infected passenger on a flight, while the third was a cruise passenger. All are currently asymptomatic. Public Health – Seattle & King County, in coordination with the CDC, is overseeing their monitoring. The risk to the public is considered low, and no cases have been reported in King County. The Andes strain is the only hantavirus known to spread between people, though such transmission is rare.

Hantavirus risk to US public remains low, CDC says

Hantavirus risk to US public remains low, CDC says

By Ahmed Aboulenein and Michael Erman WASHINGTON, May 13 (Reuters) - The risk from hantavirus to the general public remains very low, and the U.S.

CDC Acting Director Assures Public on Hantavirus Risk Amid Outbreak

CDC Acting Director Assures Public on Hantavirus Risk Amid Outbreak

Jay Bhattacharya, the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has addressed concerns regarding the hantavirus outbreak, emphasizing that it does not warrant a 'five-alarm fire bell' response. The outbreak, linked to the Andes strain, has resulted in three deaths and 10 confirmed or suspected cases on the cruise ship MV Hondius. Bhattacharya highlighted the differences between hantavirus and COVID-19, noting that hantavirus requires prolonged close contact for transmission. The CDC is working with state and local health departments, as well as international organizations, to manage the situation. Eighteen American passengers from the affected cruise ship are being monitored in Nebraska and Georgia.

American Quarantined After Hantavirus Exposure Tests Negative

American Quarantined After Hantavirus Exposure Tests Negative

An American passenger quarantined after exposure to hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship has tested negative for the virus. The individual, initially showing mild symptoms, was part of a group of 18 Americans evacuated from the ship and quarantined in Nebraska and Georgia. The outbreak, linked to the Andes virus, has resulted in 11 confirmed or suspected cases globally. The World Health Organization is monitoring the situation, noting the potential for more cases due to the virus's long incubation period.

California Health Officials Monitor Residents Exposed to Hantavirus Amid Outbreak

California Health Officials Monitor Residents Exposed to Hantavirus Amid Outbreak

California health officials are closely monitoring four residents who were exposed to the hantavirus. These individuals are currently healthy and not showing symptoms. A South Bay resident from Santa Clara County was on the MV Hondius cruise ship but disembarked before the outbreak. Two other Californians were also on the ship and disembarked in the Canary Islands, now quarantined at a federal facility in Nebraska. The fourth individual, a Sacramento County resident, was exposed on a plane in South Africa and has returned home. State health officials, including Dr. Erica Pan, have stated that these individuals are following modified activities in line with CDC guidance, limiting activities outside the home, and maintaining daily contact with local health departments. The risk to the general public remains low, with health experts noting that hantavirus typically requires close and prolonged contact with symptomatic individuals.

California Monitors Residents Exposed to Hantavirus Amid Outbreak Concerns

California Monitors Residents Exposed to Hantavirus Amid Outbreak Concerns

California health officials are monitoring four residents who were exposed to the hantavirus, a rare but potentially serious virus. The individuals, who are currently healthy and asymptomatic, include a South Bay resident from Santa Clara County and two others who were on the MV Hondius cruise ship. These two are now quarantined in Nebraska. A fourth individual from Sacramento County was exposed on a plane in South Africa. Health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low, and the exposed individuals are following CDC guidelines.

American Cruise Ship Passenger Tests Positive for Hantavirus Amid Global Repatriation Efforts

American Cruise Ship Passenger Tests Positive for Hantavirus Amid Global Repatriation Efforts

An American passenger aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has tested positive for hantavirus following an outbreak on the vessel. The ship, which had been anchored in the Canary Islands, saw passengers evacuated and repatriated to their home countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed this as the first-ever hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. The virus, typically spread through rodent droppings, has resulted in three deaths among passengers. Health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low, although the Andes virus strain involved may rarely spread between humans. The American passenger, along with others, was flown to Nebraska for quarantine and monitoring. WHO has recommended close monitoring of all repatriated passengers.

U.S. Plans Monitoring for Americans Returning from Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship

U.S. Plans Monitoring for Americans Returning from Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has outlined plans to monitor 17 American passengers returning from the MV Hondius cruise ship, which experienced a hantavirus outbreak. These passengers will be transported to a federal quarantine facility in Nebraska for initial assessment before self-isolating at home. The CDC is coordinating with the State Department, Spanish authorities, and the WHO to ensure safe repatriation. The outbreak involves the Andes strain of hantavirus, capable of limited human-to-human transmission. The CDC emphasizes that the public health risk remains low, and the situation is being closely monitored.

Santa Clara County Resident Monitored After Exposure to Hantavirus on Cruise Ship

Santa Clara County Resident Monitored After Exposure to Hantavirus on Cruise Ship

A resident of Santa Clara County is being monitored after exposure to the Andes hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship. The individual, who has returned home, is under evaluation by the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department in coordination with state and federal health agencies. The outbreak, first reported on May 2, has resulted in six confirmed cases and two suspected cases, with three fatalities. Passengers from the ship are being evacuated and monitored for symptoms, with Americans expected to be quarantined in Nebraska. The World Health Organization has assured the public that the risk of widespread transmission is low.

One US citizen tests mildly positive for hantavirus, another has mild symptoms

One US citizen tests mildly positive for hantavirus, another has mild symptoms

May 10 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said on Sunday that one of the 17 Americans being repatriated from a hantavirus-struck luxury cruise ship has tested mildly positive for the Andes strain of the virus while a second has mild symptoms.

French woman evacuated from cruise ship tests positive for hantavirus

French woman evacuated from cruise ship tests positive for hantavirus

A French woman evacuated from a cruise ship has tested positive for hantavirus and her health worsened in the hospital overnight, French Health Minister Stephanie Rist said Monday

2 more passengers evacuated from cruise ship test positive for hantavirus

2 more passengers evacuated from cruise ship test positive for hantavirus

A French woman and an American have tested positive for the hantavirus as nations around the world repatriated passengers from a cruise ship hit by an outbreak and quarantine or isolate them