No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, WHO says as cases continue to rise
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The World Health Organization's director-general has warned more hantavirus infections are anticipated following the deadly outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.Speaking in Madrid today alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Tedros Ghebreyesus expressed confidence further positive tests would emerge.
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There will probably be more cases," Dr Ghebreyesus stated.The outbreak has killed three lives so far, a Dutch couple and a German woman, after the vessel embarked on a 35-day Atlantic voyage.
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The initial passenger became unwell on April 11.Nine infections have now been confirmed, with two additional suspected cases under investigation.
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As epidemiologists race to find more answers to the hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, they have addressed some theories about its origins.
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All Your Hantavirus Questions, Answered by an Infectious Disease Expert WIREDHantavirus doesn't have 'pandemic potential,' says health official.
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Why those fears remain CBCHow concerned New Yorkers should be about hantavirus, according to N.Y.'s health commissioner CBS NewsThe hantavirus outbreak has been well-handled – but there are still dangerous days ahead
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Why the hantavirus outbreak is different from COVID-19
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**Summary:** The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that there is no sign of a larger hantavirus outbreak despite an increase in cases. The director emphasized the long incubation period of the virus, suggesting it's possible more cases could be reported in the coming weeks. **Why It Matters:** This news highlights
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