Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship MV Hondius Continues to Spread
Passengers from the cruise ship MV Hondius affected by a hantavirus outbreak are being monitored across multiple US states, raising health concerns about human-to-human transmission of the rare and dangerous disease.
Ongoing Health Emergency
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Transmission Concerns
Dozens of passengers, including the wife of a Dutch man who died, left the cruise ship during a stop at the British territory, the Dutch foreign ministry said. The outbreak has raised concerns about potential human-to-human transmission of the virus, which is typically rare.
Passenger Experience
Cruise ship passengers were "not well informed" about the outbreak, with life continuing as usual even after the first death was announced.
Investigation Ongoing
Health officials continue to monitor affected passengers and investigate the outbreak's extent and transmission patterns aboard the vessel.