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May 8, 2026
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Ministry of Health Issues Advisory After Outbreak of Deadly Hantavirus

Ministry of Health Issues Advisory After Outbreak of Deadly Hantavirus

So far, eight cases have been recorded with three deaths already, even as the ministry appealed to Kenyans to avoid spreading misinformation about the disease on social media...

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Kenya's Ministry of Health has issued a public health advisory following a hantavirus outbreak confirmed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), which is linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius.

  • There have been 8 confirmed cases, including 3 deaths among passengers and crew.
  • The advisory was issued by Director General of Health, Patrick Amoth, on Friday, May 8.
  • Authorities are strengthening surveillance at airports and seaports and urging the public to practice good hygiene and rodent control.

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