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WHO Director-General Addresses Hantavirus Outbreak in Tenerife

The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed an ongoing Hantavirus outbreak on the Spanish island of Tenerife, where a cruise ship docked recently. According to Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO director-general, this incident does not pose a risk of triggering a COVID-like pandemic.

Ghebreyesus made this statement during a recent address to residents in Tenerife, where the outbreak has been reported. The WHO chief emphasized that the docking of the cruise ship is not directly linked to an increased risk of transmission for Hantavirus.

The WHO has issued guidelines and recommendations for public health officials to monitor the situation closely. However, Ghebreyesus assured the public that the organization’s current assessment indicates that the outbreak is contained and under control.

According to reports, a cruise ship docked in Tenerife recently experienced an outbreak of Hantavirus among its passengers and crew. The WHO has been working closely with local authorities to investigate the cause of the outbreak and provide guidance on prevention and control measures.

The WHO’s response to the situation highlights the organization’s commitment to providing accurate information and supporting public health efforts worldwide.

Source: Al Jazeera