Reports circulate online about a possible “rat virus” outbreak on a cruise ship following alleged fatalities and passenger confinement.

with hantavirus, marking one of the first confirmed cases in this outbreak.

Understanding Hantavirus and Its Transmission

Hantavirus is a rare but serious viral infection that is primarily associated with exposure to rodents. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), infection can occur through contact with infected animals continue reading …