WHO Declares International Hantavirus Outbreak Over

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared the hantavirus outbreak over, with no new cases reported since May 25th. The number of cases remained at 13 with three deaths, and over 650 contacts were tracked across 33 countries and territories during containment efforts.

2 Jul, 13:31 — 3 Jul, 07:38

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Hantavirus is a severe, sometimes fatal, respiratory disease transmitted by rodents. An international outbreak declaration signifies a significant public health concern, and its conclusion marks a successful containment effort by global health authorities.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the international Hantavirus outbreak over.
No new cases of Hantavirus have been reported since May 25.

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WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus announced the end of the outbreak.

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The outbreak resulted in 13 cases and 3 deaths.

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Over 650 contacts were tracked across 33 countries and territories.

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Premium Timescentercenter-leftneutralMostly FactualFactual reporting of official announcement

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Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage from both outlets is neutral and factual, primarily reporting the WHO's official announcement without discernible political framing.

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express-tribuneMostly Factual10d ago

WHO announces hantavirus outbreak over

Outbreak cases remain 13 with 3 deaths; over 650 contacts tracked across 33 countries and territories

By Anadolu Agency

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Premium TimesMostly Factual9d ago