July 2026 – Cruiseship Virus

Why the Andes virus made the cruise ship outbreak unusual

Hantavirus infections are rare but potentially serious illnesses caused by a group of viruses carried by rodents. Most cases occur when people are exposed to infected rodent droppings, urine, saliva,…

Donna July 30, 2026

Cruise outbreak

Health agencies coordinate response to Andes virus on cruise ship

Health authorities often work together when a rare infectious disease is identified among international travelers. An Andes virus case linked to cruise ship travel is an example of how public…

Donna July 28, 2026

Health response

Countries trace contacts after MV Hondius hantavirus cases

Reports of Hantavirus cases linked to travelers from the MV Hondius expedition cruise have drawn attention to the importance of international contact tracing and public health monitoring. While such events…

Donna July 21, 2026

Health response

CDC says U.S. risk remains low after cruise ship hantavirus outbreak

Recent reports of a hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel have raised questions among travelers, families, and public health officials. While any outbreak involving a potentially serious infectious disease…

Donna July 7, 2026