Canadian Tests Positive for Hantavirus After Cruise Ship Voyage
Summary
A Canadian who traveled on the cruise ship MV Hondius has tested positive for Hantavirus. Four people are in isolation on Vancouver Island, and the total infected related to the ship has reached 11, with three deaths so far.
Key Points
- A Canadian passenger on the MV Hondius cruise ship tested presumptive positive for Hantavirus.
- Four people are currently in isolation on Vancouver Island, including the infected individual with mild symptoms.
- Total infected linked to the MV Hondius outbreak has reached 11, with three deaths and two confirmed Hantavirus cases.
- Health officials state Hantavirus does not spread like COVID-19 or influenza and is unlikely to cause an epidemic.
