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Deadly Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak: List Of Countries That Have Reported Cases

DainikNews Live Admin2 months ago08 mins

Last Updated:May 12, 2026, 03:48 IST What began as a cruise through South Atlantic has now turned into a multinational health scare, with hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius reported across Europe and the US. A deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has spurred global concern over the potential spread of the virus…

Dutch ornithologist identified as patient zero in hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

DainikNews Live Admin2 months ago04 mins

A Dutch ornithologist has been identified as the suspected “patient zero” in a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to an Antarctic cruise expedition, according to a report by the New York Post. Leo Schilperoord, 70, and his wife Mirjam Schilperoord, 69, were reportedly on a months-long birdwatching trip across South America when they are believed to…