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Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak kills three as virus shows increased contagiousness
At least 11 passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship contracted the Andes strain of hantavirus, with three deaths confirmed this month. Experts now suggest the virus may be more contagious than previously believed, with some cases occurring without prolonged exposure. The close quarters of cruise ship environments appear to facilitate spread, though CDC officials emphasize person-to-person transmission remains.
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