US passenger evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests ‘mildly’ positive

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A passenger from a hantavirus-infected cruise ship has tested 'mildly' positive for the virus after being evacuated to a specialized unit in Nebraska. The outbreak has resulted in three fatalities onboard, raising health concerns.

According to the department, both passengers travelled in the aircraft’s biocontainment units “out of an abundance of caution.” Officials said the passengers are being transported to a specialised facility in Nebraska, while the individual showing mild symptoms will be shifted to a separate centre. Three passengers aboard the MV Hondius have died, while several others have fallen ill due to the rare rodent-borne disease.