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Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Leads to Evacuations and Deaths
The MV Hondius, a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak, is set to arrive in the Canary Islands after three passenger deaths. Two critically ill crew members will be evacuated to the Netherlands.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 3 days ago
The MV Hondius has been stranded off the coast of Cape Verde following a hantavirus outbreak that has resulted in the deaths of three passengers.
In light of the health crisis, two crew members in critical condition are scheduled to be evacuated to the Netherlands.
The ship is expected to reach the Canary Islands in the coming days, where further medical assistance can be provided.