Possible hantavirus case under investigation in upstate New York; no connection to deadly cruise ship outbreak

A suspected hantavirus case is being investigated in upstate New York with no connection to a deadly cruise ship outbreak, and global health officials are monitoring the rare virus outbreak tied to the MV Hondius luxury cruise ship. The World Health Organization has identified 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise outbreak, including three deaths. The Ontario County Public Health Department is urging residents to take precautions when cleaning enclosed spaces where rodents may be present.