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

complications. Because of its rarity and severity, hantavirus outbreaks are treated with high caution by health authorities worldwide.

Escalation of Cases Onboard the Vessel

Following the confirmed deaths, additional cases began to emerge among passengers and crew aboard the MV Hondius. A third passenger reportedly died on board, and according to reports continue reading …