The Ghost of COVID 19 Lurks on the High Seas The recent outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has sent shockwaves around the world, evoking memories of the COVID 19 pandemic that left deep scars on global health and economies.
Three deaths linked to the outbreak have sparked fears about the spread of infectious diseases in confined spaces.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reassured the public that hantavirus is not as contagious as COVID 19, with a relatively low risk of transmission.