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The MV Hondius cruise ship, where three passengers have died from hantavirus, is approaching Spain's Canary Islands for evacuation of most of its nearly 150 passengers.

May 08, 2026 Reported by AI

The Ministry of Health has issued a public health advisory following a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. The World Health Organisation confirmed eight cases and three deaths among passengers and crew as of May 7. No cases have been reported in Kenya and the risk to the public remains low.

Three passengers died from hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise that departed Ushuaia for Cabo Verde. Two people with symptoms remain on board as authorities negotiate their evacuation. The WHO is coordinating measures and praises the rapid response.

April 22, 2026 Reported by AI

Egypt's Health Ministry announced the country remains malaria-free for a second consecutive year on World Malaria Day. Officials emphasized ongoing surveillance and prevention efforts amid climate challenges.

Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, met with senior World Health Organization officials on Sunday to discuss joint mechanisms for supporting health sectors affected by ongoing global crises. The talks centered on short- and long-term strategies to rebuild medical capabilities in conflict zones and train national healthcare teams to international standards. The meeting took place at the Health Ministry headquarters in the New Capital.

October 25, 2025 Reported by AI

Egypt's Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, met on Saturday with World Health Organization representatives to discuss strengthening pharmacovigilance systems and ensuring drug and vaccine safety. The meeting focused on exchanging international expertise and reviewing the WHO's Global Smart Pharmacovigilance Strategy. Egypt has been invited to host a regional meeting in Cairo.