Passenger condition worsens
A French passenger aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus following medical examinations, with health officials reporting a deterioration in her condition.
French Health Minister Stéphanie Rist confirmed the development, noting that the woman was among five French nationals repatriated and placed in isolation in Paris.
Other passengers under monitoring
The remaining four passengers tested negative but are expected to undergo further testing as a precaution.
Authorities have already identified 22 contact cases as part of ongoing contact tracing efforts linked to the hantavirus cruise ship incident.
Preventive isolation measures in Greece
In Greece, a 70-year-old passenger from the same vessel has been placed under preventive isolation at Attikon University Hospital.
Health officials confirmed that he shows no symptoms of hantavirus infection and is being monitored purely as a precaution, in line with international public health protocols.
The Hellenic National Public Health Organization is working with hospital authorities to ensure continuous monitoring.
Public health response
The hantavirus cruise ship situation involves heightened surveillance measures, including isolation, testing and contact tracing across multiple countries.
Authorities stress that preventive actions are being taken in line with established international health guidelines to prevent potential spread.
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