No reason to worry about Aruba related to hantavirus

Hantavirus is not a new virus. This has been known in the international medical community for many years. Recently, several cases aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship were reported to the World Health Organisation (WHO), which caused a lot of information and concerns to circulate on social media and other platforms.

The DVG reports that there is no direct threat to Aruba; the vessel is located far from Aruba, and the competent authorities continue to monitor the situation and are conducting their investigation.

Hantavirus is a zoonosis that can be transmitted from animals to humans through contact with the urine, feces, or saliva of certain types of infected rodents, such as mice. In most cases, the virus is not transmitted directly from person to person.

Currently, there are no recorded cases in Aruba, and rodents such as mice and rats in Aruba do not carry this virus.

The DVG continues to monitor all international and regional developments that can impact Aruba's public health. Such as the increase in cases of Yellow Fever, Chikungunya, and Measles in various countries in the region.  

The DVG constantly works on contingency plans to respond quickly should Aruba have a similar situation.

As for the virus, the community can remain calm. The DVG monitors, tracks, and measures all developments and risk factors relevant to public health to protect the welfare of the people.