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There are nearly 150 people on board the MV Hondius at the centre of the outbreak that has killed three people, which is heading towards the waters off Tenerife.
As the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak triggered a multinational response, global health expert Dr Sabine Kapasi explains how WHO protocols, maritime surveillance and international coordination work during infectious disease emergencies.
The group known as “Jebhe-ye Paydari” and described as “Super Revolutionaries,” has emerged as one of the loudest opponents of any agreement with Washington.
Dr. Swaminathan emphasised Hantavirus' limited transmissibility despite human-to-human spread. She also speaks about the Andes strain, the only known hantavirus variant capable of person-to-person transmission.
Symptoms of Hantavirus generally appear in two phases. The early stage resembles a common viral illness and may include fever, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, dizziness, and chills.