Hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-locations
ChileConfidence 95%13 affectedJun 1, 2026
The World Health Organization reported an Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius cruise ship, resulting in 13 cases (11 confirmed, 2 probable) and three deaths. New cases were identified in Canada, the Netherlands, and Spain, with over 600 contacts being traced across 32 countries.
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- PrimaryHantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-locations
who.int · 2026-06-01
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported on May 28, 2026, that the Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius cruise ship has resulted in 13 cases (11 confirmed, 2 probable) and three deaths as of May 27. New confirmed cases were identified in Canada, the Netherlands, and Spain. The Andes virus, endemic in South America (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay), is known for limited human-to-human transmission. Over 600 contacts across 32 countries are being traced and monitored. Passengers disembarked in Saint Helena, Ascension, Praia (Cabo Verde), and Tenerife (Spain).
- ReferenceHantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-locations
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-02
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported three additional confirmed cases of Andes hantavirus among passengers or crew members from the M/V Hondius cruise ship. These cases were reported from Canada, the Netherlands, and Spain, bringing the total to 13 cases (eleven confirmed and two probable), including three deaths. The outbreak is being managed through a coordinated international response, including epidemiological investigations, case isolation, and contact tracing across 32 countries. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact mode of transmission, with current evidence sugges
- ReferenceHantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-locations
who.int · 2026-06-02
The World Health Organization reported on May 28, 2026, an ongoing Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius cruise ship. As of May 27, 2026, 13 cases (11 confirmed, 2 probable), including three deaths, have been reported among passengers and crew. New confirmed cases were identified in Canada, the Netherlands, and Spain. Over 600 contacts across 32 countries are being monitored. Investigations are ongoing to determine the source of the outbreak, with collaboration from authorities in Argentina and Chile, though initial exposure is hypothesized to have occurred on land prior to boar
- ReferenceHantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-country - World Health Organization (WHO)
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-02
A WHO report from May 8, 2026, details an Andes virus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship. As of that date, eight cases, including three deaths, were reported, with six laboratory-confirmed as Andes virus. The outbreak involved passengers who had traveled in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay before boarding the ship. Medical evacuations occurred to the Netherlands, and contact tracing is ongoing across multiple countries. The report also provides general hantavirus incidence information for the Americas, Europe, and East Asia.
- ReferenceHantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-country - World Health Organization (WHO)
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-02
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported on May 8, 2026, an update on the hantavirus cluster linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. As of this date, there were eight cases (six confirmed and two probable), including three deaths. All six laboratory-confirmed cases were identified as Andes virus. Two medical evacuation flights carrying symptomatic patients landed in the Netherlands. The first case had a travel history in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay before boarding the ship, suggesting a South American origin for the infection.
- ReferenceHantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship, Multi-country - World Health Organization (WHO)
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-02
As of May 8, 2026, WHO reported eight hantavirus cases (six confirmed, two suspected), including three deaths, linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. The Andes virus was confirmed. Investigations are ongoing in Argentina and Chile. One case was medically evacuated to Johannesburg, South Africa.
- ReferenceHantavirus, Chile - BEACON
beacon.bu.edu · 2026-06-02
Chile has reported an elevated hantavirus (Andes virus) case fatality rate for the 2026 season, with 41 cases and 14 deaths as of May 9, 2026. Recent reports include two occupational hantavirus cases among aquaculture divers in the Aysén Region, resulting in one death and one critical condition. Additionally, a sixth hantavirus case was reported in the Los Lagos Region, associated with outdoor activities in Cochamó. Fatal pediatric and adult cases have also been reported in the Valparaíso Region.
- ReferenceHantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-country - World Health Organization (WHO)
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-03
On May 8, 2026, WHO updated its report on the M/V Hondius cruise ship outbreak, confirming 8 cases (6 confirmed, 2 probable) and 3 deaths. All confirmed cases were identified as Andes virus. Two medical evacuation flights from Cabo Verde landed in the Netherlands with symptomatic patients. Patients were hospitalized in South Africa, the Netherlands, and Switzerland. Investigations into the source are ongoing in collaboration with Argentina and Chile.
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