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Eighth patient confirmed in hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship

A third case of hantavirus has been confirmed among passengers on board a cruise ship in the South Atlantic, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to eight. The outbreak was first reported on [Date] when two passengers were diagnosed with the virus. Health officials are currently investigating the source of the outbreak and have implemented strict containment measures on the vessel. The cruise ship, operated by [Cruise Line Name], is currently docked at [Port Name] and is expected to remain there until the situation is resolved. Passengers and crew members are being monitored for symptoms, and anyone showing signs of infection is being isolated.

6 May, 13:41 — 6 May, 13:41
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