CDC Calms Pandemic Fears as Hondius Case Lands in Canada
Monday, May 18, 2026 · 10 min
CDC says the Andes-virus risk to Americans and travelers remains extremely low, even as Canada confirms a Hondius-linked case and the ship nears Rotterdam with remaining crew headed for screening and quarantine.
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CDC says the Andes-virus risk to Americans and travelers remains extremely low, even as Canada confirms a Hondius-linked case and the ship nears Rotterdam with remaining crew headed for screening and quarantine.
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