A rare and deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has triggered an international health emergency. The MV Hondius, a Dutch-flagged vessel carrying passengers from 23 countries, is now heading toward Tenerife after multiple deaths, confirmed infections, and a frantic global contact tracing effort. Here is everything you need to know. What Is the Hantavirus Cruise Ship and Where Is It Now? The vessel at the centre of this crisis is the MV Hondius, a Dutch-flagged cruise ship operated by Oceanwide Expeditions. As of May 8, 2026, the ship is…
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