EXPLAINER: How Hantavirus, spread by rodents, affects lungs and kidneys

Three people have died and three others affected after a Netherlands-based cruise ship in the Antlantic Ocean was hit by a suspected outbreak of hantavirus. The World Health Organization, which is conducting detailed investigations including further laboratory testing and epidemi..

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A suspected outbreak of Hantavirus on a Netherlands-based cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has led to three deaths and three other affected individuals. The World Health Organization is investigating the situation.

One confirmed case of Hantavirus infection, with five additional suspected cases.
A British tourist is being treated in a South African hospital after testing positive.
Hantavirus is primarily spread by rodents and can cause Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (affecting lungs) or Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (affecting kidneys).