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3 dead in rare virus outbreak on cruise ship

Filed: May 03, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Summary: WHO reports 3 deaths from a rare virus aboard a cruise ship; early medical care may improve survival chances.
WHO: WHO and affected passengers/crew on the cruise ship
WHAT: A rare virus outbreak aboard a cruise ship resulting in 3 deaths
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 5:01 PM ET
WHERE: Falls Church, VA
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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