Hantavirus cases reported in Netherlands, France.
A ship called the MV Hondius brought a hantavirus outbreak to Rotterdam and Calabria. Eleven people have been confirmed with the virus. Authorities are working to stop the spread and monitor the situation.
The outbreak began when the ship, originating from the Canary Islands, arrived in Rotterdam. Eight confirmed cases were linked to the ship, and three people died. The virus is called the Andes strain and can spread between people. The infection started in Argentina in March 2026, affecting a Dutch couple. A case of the virus was also found in France after the evacuation of passengers.
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Highlights
Hantavirus Outbreak on Ship
A hantavirus outbreak was linked to a cruise ship originating from the Canary Islands.
Confirmed Cases and Deaths
Eight confirmed cases and three deaths were linked to the hantavirus outbreak.
Rare Virus Strain Identified
The virus is the rare Andes strain, capable of human-to-human transmission.
Origin of the Virus
The infection started in Argentina in March 2026 with a Dutch couple.
Case Emerges in France
A case of Hantavirus has been found in France after passenger evacuations.
Perspectives
- A hantavirus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship.
- The ship originated from the Canary Islands.
- Eleven cases have been confirmed.
- The virus is capable of transmission between humans.
The virus originated in Argentina in 2026 with a Dutch couple.
France24, France24
The outbreak is linked to the ship’s origin from the Canary Islands.
la Repubblica, ZEIT Online