Investigations Begin After Suspected Outbreak of Rare Hantavirus Kills 3 People

Health authorities are investigating a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic.

Three people have died, including an elderly couple, and at least three others are reported ill.

WHO and South African officials are testing samples and coordinating medical evacuations, including transfers to Johannesburg.

The case highlights the danger of rare but potentially severe hantavirus infections on an isolated vessel.