New Zealander onboard cruise ship during deadly hantavirus outbreak finally heading home (opens original article in a new tab)

A New Zealander and five Australians who were quarantined on a cruise ship during a hantavirus outbreak are finally returning home after six weeks. Health officials confirmed they are free from the virus and have been cooperating with quarantine measures.

• A New Zealander and five Australians quarantined due to hantavirus outbreak are returning home after six weeks.
• Health officials confirmed the passengers tested negative and are free from the virus.
• The group underwent daily symptom checks and had structured routines during quarantine.