Andes hantavirus outbreak on MV Hondius: 3 deaths among 10 cases, outbreak under investigation
Public Health Alerts confirms 10 of 11 Andes hantavirus infections aboard the MV Hondius, with 3 deaths and 2 more hospitalized; one additional Canadian patient remains presumed positive and not fully detailed. The outbreak's primary source is under active investigation, with exposure likely linked to South American rodents before departure. WHO and ECDC assess the global risk as low as investigations continue.