Analysis of the 2026 MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak confirms 13 cases of Andes orthohantavirus (23% case fatality). Genomic and contact tracing data demonstrate human-to-human transmission in a confined maritime setting.

Analysis of the 2026 MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak confirms 13 cases of Andes orthohantavirus (23% case fatality). Genomic and contact tracing data demonstrate human-to-human transmission in a confined maritime setting.