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American oncologist steps in after ship doctor falls ill in hantavirus outbreak

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A person wearing a mask stands aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius at the port of Granadilla de Abona after being affected by a hantavirus outbreak, in Tenerife, Spain, May 10, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/HANNAH MCKAY)
In an interview with ABC News, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld said he quickly realized he was leading the response to the full-blown medical crisis on board the ship.