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- There are hantavirus cases linked to an international cruise ship.
- The ship had many passengers from different countries.
- Some passengers later travelled through South Africa and beyond.
- Health officials say the risk to the public is low.
- A few people on the ship died from the illness.
- The virus spreads mainly from rodents to people by contact.
- Infected rodent urine and droppings can make dust dangerous.
- Officials ask to seal holes and store food safely.
- They also advise using protection when cleaning rodent areas.
Difficult words
- hantavirus — A virus that can make people very sick.
- international — Relating to more than one country.
- passenger — A person who travels on a vehicle.passengers
- rodent — A small mammal like a mouse or rat.rodents
- infect — To give a disease to a person or animal.Infected
- dropping — Animal poop or small solid waste.droppings
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Discussion questions
- Have you ever been on a cruise ship?
- Have you seen a mouse or rat near your home?
- How do you keep food safe at home?
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