"A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus infection on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean killed three people, including an elderly married couple, and sickened at least three others."
"Hantaviruses, which are found throughout the world, are a family of viruses spread mainly by contact with the urine or feces of infected rodents like rats and mice."
"While rare, WHO said hantavirus infections can be spread between people. There is no specific treatment or cure, but early medical attention can increase the chance of survival."
A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has led to three fatalities, including an elderly couple, and at least three others have fallen ill. The World Health Organization confirmed one case and is investigating the situation. Two crew members require urgent medical care. Hantaviruses are primarily spread by rodents and can cause severe respiratory and renal syndromes. While rare, human-to-human transmission is possible. There is no specific treatment, but early medical intervention can improve survival chances.
Read at ABC7 Los Angeles
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