Hantavirus Cluster Linked to Cruise Ship Highlights Ongoing Zoonotic Risk and the Need for Vigilance

Hantavirus Cluster Linked to Cruise Ship Highlights Ongoing Zoonotic Risk and the Need for Vigilance Experts emphasize caution while underscoring the importance of environmental controls, early detection, and clear communication in travel settings TAMPA, FL, USA (May 5, 2026) – The Global Virus Network (GVN), representing eminent human and animal virologists from more than 90…

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Global Virus Network Statement on H5N1 Vaccine Developments

Global Virus Network Statement on H5N1 Vaccine Developments New vaccine momentum reflects growing urgency of avian influenza (H5N1) threat and reinforces need for coordinated global preparedness, building on prior analysis published in The Lancet Regional Health—Americas TAMPA, FL, USA (April 27, 2026) – The Global Virus Network (GVN), representing eminent human and animal virologists from more than 90 Centers of Excellence and Affiliates in…

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Global Virus Network on Measles Resurgence

Global Virus Network on Measles Resurgence Rising cases in the U.S. and globally highlight gaps in vaccination coverage and growing vulnerabilities in public health systems TAMPA, FL, USA (April 21, 2026) – The Global Virus Network (GVN), representing eminent human and animal virologists from more than 90 Centers of Excellence and Affiliates in over 40 countries dedicated to…

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Global Virus Network Monitors SARS-CoV-2 Variant BA.3.2 (“Cicada”), Emphasizes No Cause for Alarm

Global Virus Network Monitors SARS-CoV-2 Variant BA.3.2 (“Cicada”), Emphasizes No Cause for Alarm Early findings show immune escape consistent with Omicron evolution, with no evidence of increased severity or widespread transmission   TAMPA, FL, USA (April 3, 2026) – The Global Virus Network (GVN), representing eminent human and animal virologists from more than 90 Centers…

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Middle East Virus Travels to Far East

Middle East Virus (MERS) Travels to Far East On June 14, The World Health Organization (WHO) described the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) outbreak in South Korea as “large and complex.” The WHO, joined by South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare, called for strengthening of contact tracing, monitoring and quarantine as well as…

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