Outbreak Updates
Hantavirus - unknown origin
As of 7 May 2026, a total of eight hantavirus cases (five confirmed) including three deaths associated with a cruise ship have been reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). The type of virus in this outbreak has been confirmed as Andes hantavirus. The vessel departed Ushuaia, Argentina, on 1 April 2026 and followed a route across the South Atlantic. The WHO are working closely with national authorities of all affected countries to ensure appropriate public health measures are in place. Risk to the global population is low.
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