The number of Hantavirus cases linked to a cruise ship at the center of an outbreak has increased to 13, the head of the World Health Organization said on Wednesday.
Spain reported a new case among passengers connected to the outbreak. The latest case involves one of the Spanish passengers who had been in quarantine, according to reports.
The World Health Organization provided the update on the rising case numbers. The cruise ship has been identified as the center of the Hantavirus outbreak investigation.
Spanish passengers were among those being monitored in connection with the outbreak. The new case was identified among passengers who had been placed under quarantine as part of containment efforts.
Health authorities continue to track cases associated with the cruise ship. The WHO is coordinating with international health agencies regarding the Hantavirus outbreak response.
The case count has risen to 13 confirmed cases linked to the vessel. Spain's health authorities reported the most recent case to the World Health Organization.
Passengers from the affected cruise ship remain under observation. Quarantine measures have been implemented for those potentially exposed to Hantavirus.
The World Health Organization is expected to provide further updates as the investigation into the cruise ship outbreak continues. Health officials are working to identify and monitor all potential cases connected to the vessel.
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