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Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: What You Need to Know
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Health officials in Arizona are tracking a local resident who was on the MV Hondius cruise ship, where a hantavirus outbreak occurred in the South Atlantic, resulting in eight sick passengers and three deaths. The outbreak is believed to have started with a Dutch couple infected during a birdwatching trip in South America. Public health officials emphasize the low risk to the general U.S. public, as hantavirus typically spreads from rodents. Prevention measures include sealing home gaps, setting traps, and cleaning up food sources. Monitoring continues across states and seas, with a focus on staying vigilant around rodents.
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