"The World Health Organization stated that the risk posed by the hantavirus to the wider public remains low despite the deaths on the MV Hondius cruise ship."
"Three people who were on board the MV Hondius have died, with three others currently ill, including one confirmed case of hantavirus."
"Detailed investigations are ongoing, including further laboratory testing and epidemiological investigations, while medical care and support are being provided to passengers and crew."
"The WHO is facilitating coordination between countries to evacuate the two other passengers showing symptoms of the suspected hantavirus infection."
Three individuals have died during a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which is currently anchored off Cape Verde. The World Health Organization confirmed one case of hantavirus and reported that three other passengers are ill, with one confirmed infection. Investigations are ongoing, including laboratory testing and epidemiological studies. Medical support is being provided to affected passengers and crew, and coordination for evacuating symptomatic individuals is in progress.
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