Trending Now - Passenger on Cruise Adapts to Quarantine Amid Hantavirus Scare

WHO:

ABC News - Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, was the only American isolated in a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus.

CBS News - Jake Rosmarin, a New Yorker, described his experience in quarantine, stating, "I know I'm in the best care possible, and I'm just trying to stay positive."

AP News - Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, who was isolated in a biocontainment unit, stated, “I feel wonderful, 100%.”

ABC News - Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, was the only American initially isolated in a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus.

CBS News - Jake Rosmarin is one of three New Yorkers who were on the MV Hondius.

CBS News - Dr. Michael Wadman is the medical director of the National Quarantine Unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

ABC News - Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is the only American isolated at a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus.

NBC News Health - Dr. Michael Wadman is the medical director of the national quarantine unit at the University of Nebraska medical center.

ABC News - Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is the lone American isolated at a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus.

NBC News Health - Dr. Michael Wadman discussed the expected duration of the quarantine for the passengers on the MV Hondius.

CBS News US - Eighteen Americans are under observation in medical facilities, including 16 in Nebraska, after being aboard the cruise ship struck by hantavirus. One American has tested positive for the virus.

NBC News Health - Dr. Michael Wadman, medical director of the national quarantine unit at the University of Nebraska medical center, is monitoring the quarantine operations for the American passengers on the MV Hondius.

ABC News US - Jake Rosmarin is a passenger on the MV Hondius.

WHAT:

AP News - A total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise have been reported worldwide, including three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests.

CBS News - The passenger who showed symptoms was flown to Atlanta for treatment and monitoring at a biocontainment facility at Emory University Hospital.

CBS News - Eighteen Americans are under observation in medical facilities, including 16 in Nebraska, after being aboard the cruise ship struck by hantavirus.

CBS News - One American tested "mildly PCR positive" for the Andes strain of hantavirus, and another began showing symptoms.

AP News - A 92-year-old male passenger on the Ambition cruise ship died, although he had not reported symptoms consistent with the illness, and the cause of death is yet to be established by a coroner.

AP News - A total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise have been reported worldwide, including three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests.

CBS News - The passenger who showed symptoms was flown to Atlanta for treatment and monitoring at a biocontainment facility at Emory University Hospital.

CBS News - Seventeen Americans and one British dual citizen were flown to the U.S. after the outbreak.

CBS News - One American tested "mildly PCR positive" for the Andes strain of hantavirus, and another began showing symptoms.

CBS News - The passenger who showed symptoms was flown to Atlanta for treatment and monitoring at a biocontainment facility at Emory University Hospital.

CBS News - There have been 11 confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus so far, including three deaths.

AP News - A total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise have been reported worldwide, including three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests.

AP News - As of late Wednesday morning, 48 passengers and one crew member on the Ambition were displaying gastrointestinal symptoms.

ABC News - A total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise have been reported worldwide, including three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests.

ABC News - The World Health Organization recommends that passengers and crew from the cruise ship stay in quarantine for 42 days.

AP News - Three passengers died due to the hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius, with nine confirmed cases and two suspected cases reported.

AP News - As of late Wednesday morning, 48 passengers and one crew member on the Ambition were displaying gastrointestinal symptoms.

NBC News Health - Dr. Wadman explained how treatment for hantavirus differs from that of COVID-19.

CBS News US - One American has tested positive for hantavirus.

NBC News Health - Dr. Wadman discussed the expected duration of the quarantine and explained how treatment for hantavirus differs from that of COVID-19.

NO_NEW_FACTS

ABC News US - Jake Rosmarin and more than 100 other passengers and crew are quarantined due to a hantavirus outbreak.

ABC News Health - The MV Hondius is set to be home for 35 days for the passengers and crew.

WHERE:

NBC News Health - The quarantine operations are being monitored at the University of Nebraska medical center.

CBS News US - Sixteen Americans are under observation in medical facilities in Nebraska.

ABC News US - The MV Hondius is traveling across the South Atlantic.

WHEN:

NBC News Health - The World Health Organization recommends that passengers and crew from the cruise ship stay in quarantine for 42 days.

ABC News US - The duration of the quarantine is 35 days.

WHY:

AP News - The prefect of Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, Étienne Guyot, suspended disembarkation from the Ambition and restricted the vessel’s interactions with the port of Bordeaux based on recommendations from the regional health agency.

HOW:

CBS News - In quarantine, Rosmarin receives a daily temperature check and regular blood work, and has access to a stationary bike for exercise.

NBC News Health - Dr. Michael Wadman discussed the expected duration of the quarantine for the passengers on the MV Hondius, which is set for 42 days as recommended by the World Health Organization.

CBS News - In quarantine, Rosmarin receives a daily temperature check and regular blood work, and has access to a stationary bike for exercise.

ABC News - Dr. Kornfeld described his hospital room in Nebraska as having a comfortable bed and noted that he is in contact with nurses and doctors regularly.

NBC News Health - Dr. Wadman provided updates on the quarantine operations for the American passengers aboard the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship.

ABC News US - Jake Rosmarin is adapting to the quarantine by making the best of the situation.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 09:44 UTC)

Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is currently the only American isolated in a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus. Worldwide, there have been a total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the cruise, which include three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests, with one symptomatic passenger flown to Atlanta for treatment at a biocontainment facility. The World Health Organization has recommended that all passengers and crew from the cruise ship remain in quarantine for 42 days.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 07:49 UTC)

Eighteen Americans are currently under observation in medical facilities, with 16 of them in Nebraska, after being aboard a cruise ship that was struck by hantavirus. Among them, one American tested "mildly PCR positive" for the Andes strain of the virus, while another has begun showing symptoms, and a 92-year-old male passenger on the ship has died, although the cause of death is still under investigation. Jake Rosmarin, a New Yorker in quarantine, shared that he feels he's receiving the best care possible and is trying to stay positive, as he undergoes daily temperature checks and regular blood work while having access to a stationary bike for exercise.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 06:06 UTC)

Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is currently the only American isolated in a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus. Worldwide, there have been 11 reported hantavirus cases linked to a cruise, resulting in three deaths and eight confirmed by laboratory tests, while a symptomatic passenger has been flown to Atlanta for treatment at a biocontainment facility. Additionally, Dr. Michael Wadman has indicated that the quarantine for passengers on the MV Hondius is expected to last 42 days, following recommendations from the World Health Organization.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 04:16 UTC)

Seventeen Americans and one British dual citizen were flown to the U.S. after an outbreak of hantavirus, with one American testing "mildly PCR positive" for the Andes strain and another beginning to show symptoms. The symptomatic passenger was transported to Atlanta for treatment and monitoring at a biocontainment facility at Emory University Hospital, while Jake Rosmarin, one of the New Yorkers on the MV Hondius, is currently in quarantine receiving daily temperature checks and regular blood work. So far, there have been 11 confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus, which include three deaths.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 01:35 UTC)

Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is currently the only American isolated at a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus. This outbreak has led to a total of 11 hantavirus cases linked to the Ambition cruise ship, including three deaths, with a 92-year-old male passenger passing away despite not showing symptoms prior to his death. Dr. Kornfeld has described his hospital room as comfortable, and he remains in regular contact with the medical staff overseeing his care.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 23:19 UTC)

Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, an oncologist from Bend, Oregon, is currently the only American isolated at a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska after testing positive for hantavirus. This outbreak has led to a total of 11 cases linked to a cruise, resulting in three deaths and eight confirmed cases, prompting the World Health Organization to recommend that all passengers and crew from the ship remain in quarantine for 42 days. Dr. Kornfeld has shared that his hospital room is equipped with a comfortable bed, and he is in regular contact with the medical staff caring for him.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 19:33 UTC)

Three passengers have died due to a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius, with nine confirmed cases and two suspected cases reported. Meanwhile, a 92-year-old male passenger on the Ambition cruise ship has died, though he had not shown symptoms related to the illness, and the cause of death is still under investigation. In response to the situation, the prefect of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, Étienne Guyot, has suspended disembarkation from the Ambition and limited the ship's interactions with the port of Bordeaux based on health agency recommendations.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 17:40 UTC)

Dr. Michael Wadman provided updates on the quarantine operations for American passengers aboard the hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius during a segment on NBC News Health. He discussed the expected duration of the quarantine and explained how treatment for hantavirus differs from that of COVID-19. The quarantine operations are being closely monitored at the University of Nebraska medical center.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 15:53 UTC)

Eighteen Americans are currently under observation in medical facilities, with sixteen of them located in Nebraska, after being aboard a cruise ship that was struck by hantavirus. Notably, one American has tested positive for the virus. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation as they continue to assess the health of those affected.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 13:41 UTC)

Dr. Michael Wadman, the medical director of the national quarantine unit at the University of Nebraska medical center, is currently overseeing the quarantine operations for American passengers on the MV Hondius. He has provided insights into the anticipated length of the quarantine and highlighted the differences in treatment for hantavirus compared to COVID-19. As the situation develops, Dr. Wadman continues to monitor the health and safety of those affected.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 09:50 UTC)

Jake Rosmarin is currently a passenger on the MV Hondius, which is traveling across the South Atlantic. He and more than 100 other passengers and crew members are under quarantine due to a hantavirus outbreak, and they will remain on the ship for a total of 35 days. Despite the circumstances, Rosmarin is adapting to the situation by making the best of his time in quarantine.