Hantavirus
& Andes Virus
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WHO · Disease Outbreak Notice 599 · May 2, 2026
Andes virus outbreak confirmed aboard the MV Hondius. Risk to the general public in Europe and Spain: low.
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See all →MV Hondius arrives Tenerife May 11 — 6 confirmed, CDC Level 3
6 confirmed cases, 3 deaths, 9 suspected. ~150 people from 23 nationalities on board. Evacuation scheduled May 11. CDC team deployed to Canary Islands.
Chile 2026: 39 confirmed cases, 13 deaths — 33% case fatality rate
Chile's Ministry of Health maintains enhanced epidemiological surveillance. Figures above the historical 20–30% average.
Argentina: 101 infections since June 2025, double the previous year
The increase is linked to atypical rainfall that triggered a surge in the rodent reservoir population. Climate change cited as contributing factor.
Germany: 2026 Puumala season above average in Bavaria
The RKI reports high vole density following the 2025 mast year. No imminent risk for travelers.
Essential information
Geographic risk distribution
Interactive map →Andes Virus (ANDV)
Sin Nombre · Araraquara · Hantaan
Puumala · Dobrava
Seoul (sporadic)