The Ministry of Health announced that following the deaths of 3 people due to hantavirus on the MV Hondius ship, 3 Turkish citizens were brought to Turkey by ambulance plane and quarantined in Istanbul. These individuals are subject to close monitoring and isolation processes.
The ministry's statement noted that 2 people previously brought into the country were similarly quarantined and necessary samples were taken. The test results of the newly brought 3 citizens were negative, but it was stated that they will be kept under observation throughout the recommended quarantine period.
So far, no clinical signs or symptoms have been observed in a total of 5 people. This is considered an important development regarding the risk of hantavirus spreading.
It was recorded that quarantine and isolation processes continue and the health status of the citizens is regularly monitored. The ministry stated that new announcements regarding the progress of the process will be made.
According to official statements and test results, it was emphasized that the risks related to hantavirus are under control, and the health status of the citizens will continue to be monitored.