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UKHSA continues to work closely with partners in response to the hantavirus outbreak.
Following a review of evidence, the self-isolation period for contacts of confirmed Andes hantavirus cases in the UK has now been reduced to 42 days.
This aligns with WHO guidance.
Those isolating in the UK have been informed.
UKHSA’s initial 45-day approach was based on early risk assessment and was adopted until further epidemiological information emerged on the outbreak strain.
Subsequent WHO guidance reduced this to a 42-day isolation period, which has now been adopted by most countries, including the UK.
Professor Robin May, Chief Scientific Officer at UKHSA, said:
''Following a review of the evidence on Andes hantavirus, I am pleased to say that the isolation period for contacts in the UK has now been reduced to 42 days in line with WHO guidance.
''We know this has been a challenging time for the passengers, crew and other contacts and we want to express our gratitude to everyone for their cooperation throughout.
''Our teams will continue to work closely with local authorities and the NHS to ensure everyone affected by this outbreak has the necessary support in place.
Source:
Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ukhsa-update-on-the-hantavirus-cruise-ship-outbreak
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