The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius has focused the public's attention on cruise ship safety.
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By Daniel Payne
May 7, 2026
Washington Correspondent
WASHINGTON — The top U.S. official responsible for public health on cruise ships is stepping down, according to an internal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announcement obtained by STAT.
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