"The outbreak has been linked to a birdwatching expedition in Argentina which two of the passengers went on before boarding the ship. Health officials said once the ship docks in Tenerife the remaining British nationals can be repatriated if they do not develop symptoms."
"Dr Meera Chand, deputy director for epidemic and emerging infections at UKHSA, said: 'Our thoughts are with all those affected by the hantavirus outbreak onboard the MV Hondius. It's important to reassure people that the risk to the general public remains very low.'"
Eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus have been reported, with three fatalities. The outbreak is linked to a birdwatching expedition in Argentina. The UK Health Security Agency is monitoring the situation aboard the MV Hondius, where passengers are self-isolating. Two Irish nationals are on board but are not believed to be affected. Health officials are tracing contacts and preparing for the repatriation of British nationals once the ship docks in Tenerife. The general public's risk remains very low according to health authorities.
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