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WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over
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WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius over, following the completion of quarantine for the last affected individual. The outbreak resulted in 12 confirmed cases and one probable case, leading to three deaths. The virus was traced back to the ship's journey through remote areas of the South Atlantic Ocean, where passengers were evacuated to Tenerife. While the WHO states the outbreak is concluded, experts note ongoing research into how the virus may have spread between humans on the vessel.

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WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius over, following the completion of quarantine for the last affected individual. The outbreak resulted in 12 confirmed cases and one probable case, leading to three deaths. The virus was traced back to the ship's journey through remote areas of the South Atlantic Ocean, where passengers were evacuated to Tenerife. While the WHO states the outbreak is concluded, experts note ongoing research into how the virus may have spread between humans on the vessel.

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