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EMA actively monitoring cruise ship Hantavirus outbreak
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is closely watching an outbreak of Andes hantavirus that started on a cruise ship. Hantavirus is a serious infection spread by infected rodents that can cause severe lung and kidney problems in people. The EMA is working with other European health organizations to monitor the situation and make sure patients get proper treatment.
WHY IT MATTERSIf you or a family member traveled on the affected cruise ship or have symptoms like fever, muscle aches, and difficulty breathing, this outbreak alert helps you understand your potential exposure risk and when to seek medical care.