Japanese passenger among those affected in cruise ship hantavirus outbreak

Three passengers died from hantavirus infection; one additional passenger in intensive care; two crew members showing illness symptoms.

In the middle of the Atlantic, a cruise ship meant to carry its passengers from the shores of Argentina to the African coast has instead become a vessel of grief and uncertainty. Three people have died from hantavirus infection aboard the MV Hondius, a pathogen that spreads through contact with rodents and their traces — a reminder that the oldest dangers can find us even in the most modern of journeys. The ship, refused entry by Cape Verde and carrying 150 souls including one Japanese national, now waits at anchor while the world's health authorities seek to balance compassion for those aboar

Japanese passenger among those affected in cruise ship hantavirus outbreak

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