Minnesota health department monitoring 1 who may have been exposed to hantavirus overseas
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Last updated: May 13, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Health is investigating a potential hantavirus exposure case involving a Minnesota resident who was aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship. This person had contact with an individual who subsequently tested positive for hantavirus.
The Minnesota Department of Health is closely monitoring a resident who may have been exposed to hantavirus. The potential exposure occurred on the MV Hondius cruise ship. This individual had contact with another passenger who later tested positive for the virus. Health officials are taking precautionary measures and are in communication with the potentially exposed individual.
The situation involves a single Minnesota resident.
The suspected exposure happened while on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Another passenger on the same ship has tested positive for hantavirus.
The Minnesota Department of Health is actively monitoring the situation.
Public health officials are following established protocols for potential hantavirus exposure.
No confirmed cases of hantavirus in Minnesota are reported at this time stemming from this incident.
The department is focused on ensuring the well-being of the resident and preventing any potential spread.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available and investigations proceed.
