DPHHS HAN ADVISORY 2026-4 2026 Multi-country Hantavirus Cluster Linked to Cruise Ship
Montana, United StatesConfidence 85%1 affectedToday
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services reported one hantavirus case acquired locally from mouse droppings, distinct from the Andes virus cruise ship outbreak.
Species mentioned
- human
- mouse
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dphhs.mt.gov · 2026-06-02
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services reported one case of hantavirus infection in Montana for 2026. The individual acquired the Sin Nombre virus locally through contact with mouse droppings. This case is distinct from the Andes virus outbreak on the cruise ship, as Sin Nombre virus is not known for person-to-person transmission.
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