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The episode investigates a reported Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondias cruise ship, unpacking fears of a new pandemic. Science Versus concludes that while the Andes strain can spread between people, it is not highly contagious and is unlikely to cause a global outbreak.
PREMISE
The episode investigates a reported Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondias cruise ship, unpacking fears of a new pandemic. Science Versus concludes that while the Andes strain can spread between people, it is not highly contagious and is unlikely to cause a global outbreak.
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Guest
M
Michelle Harkins
narrative on Science Vs
Mentions
Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Michelle HarkinsNeil VoraAnn SheehyWendy ZukermanMichelle DangGlenn Marsh
Research & Papers
Study on Andes virus transmission in Chile2023 study on viral persistence in semen
Topics
EpidemiologyInvestigative JournalismLong Form JournalismMental HealthTrue CrimeUs Politics
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