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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Before the May 2026 outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, hantavirus had never spread from one person to another.
Rating: BLATANT LIE
Explanation: Researchers have known for decades that one hantavirus variant can spread between people, though person-to-person transmission is rare.
Date: 05/11/2026
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Last Updated on May 11, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check