Global Health Governance Exposed by Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak A recent outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has highlighted significant weaknesses in international health governance and the need for more robust safety protocols to prevent future pandemics.
At least two dozen passengers have been infected with the deadly disease, which is spread through contact with rodent urine and feces. What is Hantavirus?
Hantavirus is a type of viral hemorrhagic fever that affects humans and rodents alike.