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Hantavirus Andes from ship Hondius: mutant strain or known?

An epidemiological investigation studied the Andes virus detected aboard the research vessel MV Hondius to determine if it was a dangerous mutant strain.

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The virological analysis verdict established that this virus corresponds to an already known and scientifically documented strain.

This conclusion reassures about health risk but highlights the importance of continuous viral surveillance on research ships in isolated areas.

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