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Health authorities are stepping up international monitoring and response efforts after additional cases linked to an Andes hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise vessel MV Hondius were confirmed in Europe.

The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed today (6 May) that Swiss authorities had identified a hantavirus case in a passenger from the vessel after the individual presented to a hospital in Zurich.

According to WHO, the passenger sought medical care after responding to an email notification sent by the ship’s operator alerting travellers to the health event.

“The patient is currently receiving care at a hospital in Zurich, Switzerland,” WHO said in a statement.

“In line with the International Health Regulations (IHR), WHO is working with relevant countries to support international contact...

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