WHO on Hantavirus Amid Ship Outbreak: While This Is a Serious Incident, WHO Has Assessed the Public Risk as Low

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GHEBREYESUS: “Given the incubation period of the Andes virus, which can be up to six weeks, it’s possible that more cases may be reported. While this is a serious incident, WHO assesses the public health risk as low. It also shows why the international regulations exist and how they work. WHO is working with multiple governments and partners on the response under those regulations. Our priorities are to ensure the affected patients receive care, that the remaining passengers on the ship are kept safe and treated with dignity, and to prevent any further spread of the virus.”