What Arizonans Should Know About Andes Virus and Hantavirus
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The Arizona Department of Health Services is monitoring the Andes virus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, with no confirmed cases in Arizona, and one resident being monitored. ADHS also reminds residents about Sin Nombre virus prevention.
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vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-02
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is actively monitoring the Andes virus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. As of May 12, 2026, there are no confirmed Andes virus cases in Arizona, and the overall risk to Arizonans remains low. One Arizona resident who was onboard the cruise ship is currently being monitored by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health and is asymptomatic. ADHS also issued a reminder about the ongoing risk of Sin Nombre virus, which is endemic to Arizona, and advises residents to take preventative measures against rodent exposure.
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