"Three passengers have died during the voyage and two crew members on board need urgent medical care, the vessel's operator has confirmed. A British passenger, who is in a critical condition, is currently being treated in intensive care in Johannesburg."
"Cape Verde health authorities said on Monday that they have decided not to authorise the cruise ship to dock at the port of Praia, as a precautionary measure. The situation was under control and there was currently no risk to the population on land."
"The HSE's National Health Protection Office confirmed it is aware of reports of six cases of illness, including three deaths, among passengers and crew on board the cruise vessel MV Hondius. One case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed."
The MV Hondius cruise ship is currently in the Atlantic Ocean, with two Irish passengers confirmed on board. Three passengers have died during the voyage, and two crew members require urgent medical attention. A British passenger is in critical condition and receiving treatment in Johannesburg. Cape Verde health authorities have denied the ship docking at Praia as a precaution. The situation is under control, with no risk to the local population. The HSE confirmed six cases of illness, including one hantavirus infection, but no Irish citizens are affected.
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