The Dark Side of Cruise Ship Safety The arrival of the MV Hondius in Rotterdam for disinfection marks the end of a troubled journey marred by a hantavirus outbreak that has left at least 11 people infected and three dead.
This incident is a sobering reminder that even with advanced medical technology, infectious diseases remain a significant threat.
The six day voyage from the Canary Islands was a ticking time bomb, exposing passengers and crew to potential infection at every stop.