Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Prompts Monitoring of U.S. Residents
U.S. health officials are monitoring residents in several states who traveled on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which is linked to a hantavirus outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is coordinating with the State Department and health authorities globally. The outbreak has resulted in three deaths and is associated with the Andes virus, known for person-to-person transmission. Residents in Georgia, Arizona, California, Virginia, and Texas are being monitored, though none have shown symptoms. The ship, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, is en route to the Canary Islands, with measures in place to ensure passenger safety.