South African scientists’ Hantavirus discovery
South African scientists successfully identified the nature of Hantavirus within 24 hours of its detection aboard a cruise ship sailing in the Atlantic Ocean. It was found that the cause was a rare virus transmitted through rodents. Tests revealed that the virus belonged to the Andes strain, one of the viruses capable of human-to-human transmission. As the health of one passenger deteriorated and two people on the ship lost their lives, the team acted swiftly to determine the virus type and implement preventive measures. Their quick response helped manage the disease rapidly and contain any potential outbreak.
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