The Current Andes Hantavirus Situation in Argentina (May 2026) - World Health Network
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Buenos Aires, ArgentinaConfidence 85%101 affectedToday
As of May 2026, Argentina is experiencing a significant increase in Andes virus activity with 101 cases and a 32% lethality rate, expanding into more populated regions. The MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak, with three deaths, has drawn global attention.
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worldhealth.net · 2026-06-03
As of May 14, 2026, Argentina is experiencing a significant increase in Andes virus activity, with 101 cases reported in the 2025-2026 season, compared to 57 in the previous season. The lethality rate has risen to 32%. Cases are expanding into more populated regions like Buenos Aires Province, increasing the risk of larger outbreaks. The MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak, which departed from Ushuaia, Argentina, has drawn global attention, with confirmed cases among passengers and three deaths.
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