Global Hantavirus Tracker
Real-time monitoring of hantavirus cases and fatalities. Data updated every 60s.
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| # | Country | Cases | Deaths | CFR | Region | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | Europe | |
| 2 | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | South America | |
| 3 | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | Europe | |
| 4 | 🇨🇱 Chile | 13 | 0 | 0.0% | South America | |
| 5 | 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Europe | |
| 6 | 🇵🇭 Philippines | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Asia |
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Symptoms
What is the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak?
The MV Hondius reported 7 cases of severe respiratory illness — 2 lab-confirmed hantavirus and 5 suspected — including 3 deaths. 147 passengers and crew from 23 countries are on board. The WHO is investigating possible human-to-human transmission.
Can hantavirus spread between people?
Most hantaviruses do NOT spread person-to-person. The exception is the Andes virus — limited human-to-human transmission has been documented. The WHO is investigating whether this occurred on the MV Hondius.
What are the first symptoms?
Early symptoms (1–5 weeks after exposure): high fever (38–40°C), severe muscle aches, fatigue, headache, chills. Respiratory symptoms appear later and progress rapidly — call 112/911 immediately.
What is the death rate?
HPS has a global CFR of ~35%. HFRS (Europe/Asia) has a lower CFR of 1–15% depending on strain.