Could Hantavirus become the next Covid?
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An outbreak of the Andes strain of hantavirus on the cruise ship MV Hondius has raised concerns about potential human-to-human transmission, with three deaths reported. International contact tracing is underway, and health alerts have been issued to several countries. While human-to-human transmission is rare, experts emphasize vigilance and adherence to prevention measures, noting that Nepal currently lacks domestic diagnostic facilities.
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