A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has triggered a global health response, with countries rushing to trace passengers and crew who may have been exposed. The outbreak, confirmed by the World Health Organization, has resulted in three deaths, including a Dutch couple and a German national. In total, five confirmed cases and three suspected infections have been reported so far. Unlike COVID-19, hantavirus is typically spread through contact with infected rodents and is not easily transmitted between humans. However, the confined environment of a cruise ship raises concerns about higher exposure risks. Authorities, including health agencies in Europe, are conducting contact tracing for passengers who disembarked at various ports since March 20. Experts emphasize that while the virus is serious, the risk to the general public remains low. Watch this video for a detailed breakdown of the outbreak, transmission risks, and global response.