Verified by World Health Organization
6 confirmed, 2 deceased on board, ~140 remaining
Six confirmed cases including three deaths aboard the Dutch-flagged MV Hondius. Ship en route to Tenerife for controlled disembarkation. Andes strain confirmed by WHO 6 May.
Sources
World Health Organization
Primary agency"Cluster of severe respiratory illnesses aboard the MV Hondius"
who.int · May 7, 2026, 12:00 AM
U.S. Centers for Disease Control
Primary agency"CDC raises hantavirus response to Level 3"
cdc.gov · May 9, 2026, 12:00 AM
Reuters
Wire service"WHO confirms five cases of hantavirus linked to cruise ship"
reuters.com · May 7, 2026, 2:00 PM
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