Today at 12:30 p.m., the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) will conduct a virtual media session featuring key health officials prepared to address inquiries concerning the hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius. The session underscores the state’s commitment to transparency and public safety as monitoring efforts continue.
Despite the active situation, experts assure that the likelihood of hantavirus infection within North Carolina remains exceedingly low. For further details, refer to the NCDHHS press release dated May 11, 2026: North Carolina Closely Monitoring Hantavirus.
Event Details
What:
Virtual Media Session on Hantavirus Preparedness and Response
Who:
Dr. Carl Williams, State Public Health Veterinarian, NCDHHS
Kimberly Clement, Assistant Chief of Preparedness and Strategic Operations, Office of Emergency Medical Services, NCDHHS
When:
Tuesday, May 12
12:30 – 1 p.m.
Where:
Zoom
Media Participation:
Media representatives with credentials are invited to obtain the session link by sending an RSVP email to news@dhhs.nc.gov.
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