France says all 26 people placed under hantavirus observation have tested negative. Authorities will continue monitoring the group, and updates will only be shared if a positive case is confirmed. Hantavirus is usually spread through rodent exposure, while human-to-human transmission is rare and typically needs close contact, offering fresh reassurance.
A suspected Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has reportedly killed three people. The WHO has confirmed five cases and flagged three additional suspected infections, intensifying concerns about how the rodent-borne virus could spread in close quarters. Authorities are now focused on symptoms, containment, and whether passengers should be taking extra precautions.
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Hantavirus outbreaks raise urgent questions about transmission. According to the WHO, the virus usually spreads when people inhale contaminated rodent droppings, urine, or saliva particles. Person-to-person spread can occur but is rare. A WHO top epidemic expert says the overall risk to the public remains low, but precautions around rodent exposure are key.
Three passengers have died after a hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship traveling from Ushuaia, Argentina to Cape Verde. The World Health Organization is investigating the rare rodent-borne illness, which can trigger severe respiratory disease. Health officials say prevention centers on avoiding rodent exposure, keeping spaces clean, and reducing contact with potential droppings or nesting materials.
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