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KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection, WHO says

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Posted on May 8, 2026

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· Last updated: May 8, 2026

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WHO Confirms KLM Flight Attendant Negative for Hantavirus Infection

WHO Statement on KLM Flight Attendant and Hantavirus Concerns

Background of the Incident

AMSTERDAM, May 8 (Reuters) - The World Health Organisation on Friday said a Dutch KLM flight attendant who had been in contact with a woman who died from a hantavirus infection in Johannesburg had tested negative for a possible infection.

Hospital Admission Details

The woman had been admitted to a hospital in Amsterdam on Thursday with signs of a possible infection.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Bart Meijer;Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • The flight attendant worked on KLM flight KL592 from Johannesburg on April 25 and was hospitalized with mild symptoms after exposure to a Dutch woman later confirmed to have Andes strain hantavirus; public health authorities tested her in isolation at Amsterdam UMC and she tested negative. (Sources: Reuters, DutchNews.nl) (en.wikipedia.org)
  • WHO and Dutch health bodies continue contact tracing for passengers on the relevant flights. The outbreak is linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, which has reported multiple cases and fatalities, but risk to the broader public remains low. (Sources: Reuters, Reuters) (investing.com)
  • Only the Andes strain of hantavirus—which is rare and uniquely transmissible between humans under very close contact—has been identified in this outbreak. Health agencies emphasize that such transmission is uncommon and surveillance continues. (Sources: Reuters, Reuters) (tradingview.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did the KLM flight attendant test positive for hantavirus?
No, the KLM flight attendant tested negative for hantavirus infection according to the World Health Organization.
Where was the KLM flight attendant hospitalized?
The flight attendant was admitted to a hospital in Amsterdam.
Why was the KLM flight attendant tested for hantavirus?
The flight attendant had been in contact with a woman who died from a hantavirus infection in Johannesburg.
Which organization confirmed the test result?
The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed the negative test result.

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