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Hantavirus countdown: U.S. cruise passengers settle in for 42 days of waiting

The hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has potentially exposed passengers to a deadly disease. Most returning Americans are now housed in Nebraska.

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Passengers on a U.S.-based cruise ship are facing a prolonged period of isolation due to concerns over a potential hantavirus outbreak. The length of their quarantine has been set at 42 days, a timeframe that will test the patience of those involved. This extended period is likely to have a significant impact on the daily lives of those in quarantine, as they wait for the risk of transmission to pass. The fact that some passengers may be cleared to quarantine at home suggests that the situation is being managed on a case-by-case basis, with consideration given to individual circumstances.

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