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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.

Argentina's Hantavirus Outbreak Raises Concerns Ahead of World Cup in the U.S.

Argentina's Hantavirus Outbreak Raises Concerns Ahead of World Cup in the U.S.

Argentina is currently experiencing a significant outbreak of hantavirus, with 101 confirmed cases and 32 deaths reported since June 2025. The Andes virus strain, primarily found in Argentina and Chile, is of particular concern due to its capability for limited human-to-human transmission. This outbreak coincides with the upcoming World Cup, where thousands of Argentine fans are expected to travel to the United States to support their national team. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have stated that the risk of widespread transmission in the U.S. is low, as the virus requires prolonged, close contact for transmission. However, health officials are monitoring the situation closely, especially given the large crowds expected at World Cup events.

Kansas Health Department Monitors Hantavirus Exposure Following Cruise Ship Incident

Kansas Health Department Monitors Hantavirus Exposure Following Cruise Ship Incident

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities, is monitoring three individuals in Kansas who were exposed to the Andes hantavirus. This exposure occurred internationally after contact with a person from the MV Hondius cruise ship who tested positive for the virus. The individuals in Kansas were not on the cruise ship and are currently asymptomatic. KDHE has stated that, based on current knowledge, individuals are not considered infectious unless they develop symptoms. The department has assessed the public risk from the Andes hantavirus as extremely low and will provide updates as necessary. Hantaviruses are typically spread through contact with wild rodent droppings, urine, and saliva, and are found in the Americas, including the U.S., primarily in the Western regions.

Quarantine Debate for Hantavirus Cruise Ship Passengers in the U.S.

Quarantine Debate for Hantavirus Cruise Ship Passengers in the U.S.

Eighteen Americans who returned from the MV Hondius cruise ship, which experienced a hantavirus outbreak, are currently quarantined in two federal centers in the United States. Health officials are assessing whether these passengers can safely quarantine at home, considering the virus's long incubation period of up to 42 days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is conducting interviews to determine the passengers' exposure levels and their ability to maintain safe quarantine conditions at home. The Andes strain of hantavirus, which can spread from person to person, has led to 11 reported cases among the ship's passengers, with three fatalities.

Company says it’s not clear when its hantavirus-hit ship will start cruises again

Company says it’s not clear when its hantavirus-hit ship will start cruises again

Oceanwide Expeditions says it expects to know by the end of the week if the MV Hondius cruise ship will keep to its schedule after a hantavirus outbreak

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.

Passengers from virus-stricken cruise ship fly to home countries for monitoring

Passengers from virus-stricken cruise ship fly to home countries for monitoring

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

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.

CDC Director Reassures Public on Hantavirus Outbreak, Emphasizes It’s Not Like COVID-19

CDC Director Reassures Public on Hantavirus Outbreak, Emphasizes It’s Not Like COVID-19

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Acting Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has urged the public not to panic over the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship. He emphasized that hantavirus is not as contagious as COVID-19 and requires close contact for transmission. The outbreak has resulted in three deaths and several serious illnesses among passengers. The CDC is following established protocols to manage the situation, including monitoring American passengers who may be quarantined upon their return to the U.S. Bhattacharya reassured that the CDC is prepared and has been in contact with affected individuals.

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leads to Medical Monitoring in the U.S.

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leads to Medical Monitoring in the U.S.

Passengers from a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak have returned to the United States and are under medical monitoring in Nebraska and Atlanta. Health officials emphasize that the hantavirus is difficult to spread between people, and the risk to the general public remains low. The outbreak has prompted health authorities to take precautionary measures to ensure the safety of the passengers and the broader community. The situation is being closely monitored, and health officials are working to prevent any further spread of the virus.

US Health Officials Declare Hantavirus Risk to Americans as 'Very Low'

US Health Officials Declare Hantavirus Risk to Americans as 'Very Low'

US health officials have announced that the risk of hantavirus to the American public is 'very, very low' following the repatriation of 18 Americans from the MV Hondius cruise ship. The ship, which was docked in Spain's Canary Islands, had one American passenger who tested positive for hantavirus. In response, more than 90 passengers are being returned to their home countries. The announcement was made during a press conference aimed at reassuring the public about the minimal threat posed by the virus.

Tenerife Hosts Evacuation of Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship Passengers

Tenerife Hosts Evacuation of Hantavirus-Affected Cruise Ship Passengers

The MV Hondius cruise ship, affected by a hantavirus outbreak, has docked in Tenerife, Spain, where a carefully managed evacuation of passengers is underway. The ship, which left Argentina last month, has been linked to three deaths due to hantavirus, a disease spread by rodents. Spanish health authorities have coordinated the evacuation of 94 passengers from 19 different countries. The World Health Organization has stated that the outbreak poses a low risk to the general public. Passengers were tested for symptoms before being ferried ashore in small boats. They were then transported to the airport for flights back to their home countries. The ship will proceed to Rotterdam for disinfection after the crew disembarks.