U.S. Health Officials Monitor 18 Individuals Following Hantavirus Outbreak; Risk to Public Remains Very Low
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-05-11T16:54:10.818Z
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National News: May 12, 2026: On Monday, May 11, 2026, federal health officials delivered a public briefing regarding the Andes virus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. While the virus is serious, officials emphasized that the strict quarantine measures currently in place are preventative rather than a response to an immediate public threat.
National News: May 12, 2026: On Monday, May 11, 2026, federal health officials delivered a public briefing regarding the Andes virus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. While the virus is serious, officials emphasized that the strict quarantine measures currently in place are preventative rather than a response to an immediate public threat.The Confirmed DataThe following facts have been verified by the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS):Repatriation Status: 18