Hantavirus—How It’s Different From COVID-19 And The U.S. Response

A rare hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius in the Atlantic has been linked to severe respiratory illness.

Authorities report three deaths and eight cases, and are testing and monitoring exposed passengers.

The WHO, CDC, and U.S. State Department are coordinating a cross-border response, including relocating U.S. citizens.

The outbreak is notable because the Andes strain is uncommon and can spread more easily between people than most hantaviruses.