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DHHS Confirms Utah Passenger on Cruise Ship Hit by Hantavirus

State health officials said the Utah passenger is among several Americans being quarantined after multiple deaths were linked to the outbreak aboard the MV Hondius.

By SLC Scoop StaffMay 9, 20261 views

DHS confirmed a Utah passenger was aboard the MV Hondius during a hantavirus outbreak linked to multiple deaths on the cruise ship.

State health officials said the Utah passenger is among several Americans now being quarantined as authorities continue monitoring the situation. Officials have not said the Utah passenger tested positive for the virus.

Officials have not yet released additional details on the Utah passenger’s condition.

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