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The MV Hondius cruise ship, which was struck by a hantavirus outbreak, is on track to dock in Tenerife on Sunday, with 22 British nationals on board expected to fly back to the UK the same day
The majority of Britons returning are expected to self-isolate at home.
The number of confirmed Hantavirus cases has risen to six as the 22 Brits stuck on the ship prepare to be flown back to the UK.
The British passengers will have to self-isolate for 45 days
'Many uncertainties still remain with this hantavirus outbreak and it is important that we take a precautionary approach at this point in time to reduce the likelihood of further transmission. An ECDC expert is on the ship to gain more insights and inform public health action', says Dr Pamela Rendi-Wagner. The virus has been identified as Andes hantavirus, the only hantavirus which can be transmitted person-to-person, typically requiring close and prolonged contact. Measures are already in place
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