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Overview of the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak
A suspected hantavirus outbreak has affected passengers aboard a cruise ship, leading to medical evacuations. The illness has resulted in fatalities and additional cases among those on board. (sources: cbsnews, abcnews, thehill, pbs, reuters)
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Three individuals are awaiting evacuation from a cruise ship linked to a suspected hantavirus outbreak that has resulted in three deaths and other illnesses. Medical teams are addressing the situation as passengers remain on the ship.
- Three people are waiting for medical evacuation from the cruise ship.
- The suspected outbreak has resulted in three fatalities and additional illnesses.
- Hantavirus is a rodent-borne illness that has been detected in the U.S.
Why it matters
Understanding the outbreak is important for public health responses and passenger safety.
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