The MV Hondius cruise ship, linked to a hantavirus outbreak that has resulted in 12 confirmed cases and three deaths, is undergoing additional cleaning and disinfection measures in Rotterdam before it can return to service. Dutch health authorities requested the extra sanitation work following inspections of the vessel, though officials have not specified the reason for the enhanced measures. All passengers and crew remain under quarantine and medical monitoring as health officials continue to assess the situation. The outbreak involves the Andes virus strain of hantavirus, which is unusual because it may be capable of limited person-to-person transmission, though public health authorities say the risk to the general public remains low. Read the full story at AP
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