India, May 11 -- Hantavirus Cruise Update: A passenger evacuated from the luxury expedition cruise vessel MV Hondius has become the first American linked to the ongoing hantavirus outbreak to test positive for the virus, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Another passenger is also showing mild symptoms as health authorities continue monitoring those evacuated from the ship.

The outbreak aboard the Antarctic cruise vessel has already triggered global concern after multiple passengers fell ill during the voyage, prompting international evacuations, quarantine measures and a continuing investigation by the World Health Organisation.

Hantavirus Cruise Update: First Confirmed US Hantavirus Case Linked to Cruis...