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World News • 2026-05-03 19:30

Hantavirus outbreak kills three aboard Atlantic cruise ship, WHO says

The World Health Organization confirmed that an outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde has resulted in three deaths. The virus, which causes severe respiratory illness, was identified among passengers after a rapid health investigation. NPR reported the incident and noted the ship’s ongoing efforts to contain the spread.

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