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Hantavirus cruise ship cases rise, WHO says 'not like COVID-19'
short by / on Thursday, 7 May, 2026
WHO is monitoring a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship after more cases were reported. Health officials confirmed the rare Andes strain, capable of limited human-to-human transmission. Despite global concern, WHO stressed the virus is "not another COVID-19" and said the overall risk remains low. Authorities continue passenger isolation and medical monitoring efforts.
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