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WHO reported a multi-country cluster aboard a Dutch-flagged cruise ship, with illness onset from 6 to 28 April 2026. Investigations, isolation, medical evacuation, contact tracing, and laboratory work are ongoing.
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Andes virus is a South American hantavirus associated with hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome, a rare but severe respiratory and cardiac illness.
Most hantavirus infections follow contact with infected rodents or contaminated urine, droppings, saliva, nesting material, or dust.
Unlike most hantaviruses, Andes virus has documented limited person-to-person spread among close and prolonged contacts.
Ventilate closed spaces, avoid dry sweeping rodent material, use wet disinfection methods, seal rodent entry points, and seek care early after compatible symptoms.
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WHO reported the first known illness in the cruise-linked cluster began with fever, headache, and gastrointestinal symptoms.
A Dutch-flagged expedition vessel with passengers and crew from 23 nationalities became the focus of international investigation.
WHO reported two confirmed and five suspected hantavirus cases, including three deaths, and ongoing laboratory investigation.
WHO reiterated that Andes virus is the currently known hantavirus with documented limited human-to-human transmission among contacts.
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The primary route is environmental exposure to infected rodents. Andes virus deserves special attention because close-contact human transmission has been documented, but WHO still describes this as limited and uncommon.
Hantavirus illness can begin like a nonspecific viral illness and then progress quickly. Clinical testing decisions belong with qualified healthcare professionals.
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Most hantaviruses are not spread person-to-person. Andes virus is the key exception: limited transmission has been documented among close and prolonged contacts, including household or intimate contacts.
WHO states there is no specific treatment that cures hantavirus disease. Early supportive medical care and close monitoring can improve survival.
A website cannot make individual medical or travel decisions. Travelers should follow official public-health guidance, avoid rodent exposure, and seek clinician advice for specific risk.
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