Dutch Authorities Expect More Cruise Ship Outbreaks as Hantavirus Hit Vessel Docks A recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship docking in the Netherlands has raised concerns among health officials and travelers.
The incident follows a series of high profile outbreaks that have plagued the global cruise industry, prompting questions about whether sufficient measures are being taken to protect passengers from infection.
The Risk of Hantavirus Transmission on Cruise Ships Hantavirus is typically spread through contact with rodent droppings or saliva, which can contaminate surfaces and food.