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. 
