CDC Keeps Andes Risk Low as States Track Hondius Contacts — May 19, 2026

CDC and state health officials are keeping the public-risk message low while monitoring exposed Hondius passengers across the U.S. The focus is still early symptom recognition, 42-day follow-up, and rapid care if illness appears. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Travelers' Health - CDC — CDC https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel 2. Hantavirus - Virginia Department of Health — Virginia Department of Health https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/hantavirus/ 3. CDC Shares Update on Hantavirus Outbreak in the U.S. After Latest ... — People https://www.aol.com/articles/cdc-shares-hantavirus-outbreak-u-163223000.html 4. Step Back: If someone exposed on the Hondius does get sick, what happens medically — are there proven treatments for Andes hantavirus, or is this mostly about early recognition and ICU support while experimental drugs are still a backup plan? Follow and rate Hantavirus Watch on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email [email protected]