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CDC Reports No Current Hantavirus Cases, 41 Monitored Individuals

As of Thursday, the CDC confirmed that there are no hantavirus cases in the U.S., while monitoring 41 individuals. This comes after a cruise ship outbreak that has led to 11 total cases worldwide, with eight confirmed by lab tests and three fatalities. The public health risk remains low, and individuals being monitored have been advised to stay home for 42 days. Despite concerns about potential global health implications, experts indicate a limited risk of widespread transmission due to the unique characteristics of the Andes strain.