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Three deaths. Multiple suspected cases on a cruise ship. WHO confirms this is a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde. Right now, we do not know which hantavirus species is involved. We only know it is a hantavirus. Why that matters: Most hantaviruses spread from rodents to humans - not from person to person. But there is one exception: Andes virus, found in Argentina and Chile (where the cruise ship has sailed 😬) Andes virus is unique because it can spread person-to-person in close contact (like a cruise ship) It can progress rapidly from flu-like symptoms to respiratory failure and it carries a ≈36–40% mortality rate. Argentina IS within the endemic region for Andes virus. That does NOT mean this is Andes virus. It simply means it must be ruled out. Cruise ships create prolonged close contact among international travelers. If this were Andes virus, contact tracing becomes significantly more complex — especially with passengers dispersing across countries before symptoms develop (incubation can be up to 6 weeks). Early symptoms look like: Fever Headache Muscle aches GI upset Then, 4–10 days later in severe cases: Cough Shortness of breath Pulmonary edema Until the viral species is confirmed, public health officials must assume the highest-risk scenario while coordinating internationally. We know it is a hantavirus. We do not yet know if it is Andes virus. That distinction changes everything. researchgate.net/publication/23…














Are you growing ANY produce in your home/on your property right now?




So i am at a park with the family and i just witnessed something i HAVE to share. Obese White woman covered in tattoos, and two mixed kids. This obese White woman layed down a blanket and no bullshit gave her 2 year old waffers and marshmallows in a bowl FOR LUNCH…..Overheard her talking to another mom and said the two year old is 47lbs… Holy fuck man…..How can ANYONE think this is okay?














