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World · 12 May 2026

Three more people get virus as ship empties

Three more people get virus as ship empties

More people are getting sick from the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, causing concern for public health. Authorities confirmed three new positive cases as the final six passengers and some crew members disembarked the vessel on Monday. The World Health Organization reports seven confirmed hantavirus cases, with two additional cases currently suspected by officials.

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