Surveillance of hantavirus related diseases - Canada.ca
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British Columbia, CanadaConfidence 95%1 affectedJun 3, 2026
The Public Health Agency of Canada confirmed one case of Andes hantavirus in Canada, reported in British Columbia, involving a passenger from the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Species mentioned
- Humans
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- PrimarySurveillance of hantavirus related diseases - Canada.ca
vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com · 2026-06-03
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) confirmed on May 17, 2026, one case of Andes hantavirus in Canada. This case was reported by the British Columbia Provincial Health Officer on May 16 and was among the passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship. The individual, along with other potential contacts in Canada, is following public health protocols and being monitored by local health authorities. The overall risk to the general population in Canada remains low.
- ReferenceFirst Canadian hantavirus case confirmed in B.C. patient
globalnews.ca · 2026-06-03
Canada confirmed its first case of Andes hantavirus in a British Columbia patient who was exposed on the MV Hondius cruise ship. The Yukon resident developed mild symptoms and was hospitalized in Victoria. Public health officials are monitoring other high-risk contacts across provinces like Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, implementing isolation protocols and travel restrictions for those connected to the outbreak.
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