WHO expects more hantavirus cases.
The World Health Organization is watching for more hantavirus cases. A woman is seriously ill after contracting the virus on a cruise ship. The WHO advises countries to prepare for potential increases in cases.
The World Health Organization says there is no sign of a large outbreak yet. However, they believe more cases could be found. A French woman is critically ill and needs a ventilator. Dutch hospital staff are in quarantine because they did not follow safety rules when handling samples. Many countries are working together to manage the situation, learning from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Highlights
No Large Outbreak Found
The WHO reports no evidence of a large hantavirus outbreak.
More Cases Possible
The WHO advises countries to prepare for potential increases in cases.
French Woman Critical Condition
A French woman has the virus and needs a ventilator.
Quarantine Recommended
The WHO suggests a 42-day quarantine for contacts.
Safety Rules Violated
Dutch hospital staff were in quarantine due to safety breaches.
Perspectives
- The WHO reports no evidence of a larger hantavirus outbreak.
- The WHO advises countries to prepare for more cases.
- A French woman has contracted hantavirus and is in critical condition.
- The WHO recommends quarantine and monitoring of contacts.
The WHO is cautiously optimistic and recommends guidelines.
BBC Europe, New, EU, WHO
The United States is not following WHO guidelines.
New, EU