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Ushuaia Hantavirus Probe Sparks Tourism Cancelations, Officials Deny Smear

5/18/2026

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Ushuaia officials say the hantavirus case is being used to smear tourism.
The ministry is investigating the deaths of a couple with hantavirus after boarding in Ushuaia.
Tour operators report cancellations and fear travelers may choose Southeast Asia or Africa over Ushuaia.
Scientists have not yet tested rodents despite a ministry plan sent two weeks ago.
Pan American Health Organization says outbreak’s relevance is limited and affirms cooperation with Argentina.

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Ushuaia officials say the hantavirus case is being used to smear tourism.
The ministry is investigating the deaths of a couple with hantavirus after boarding in Ushuaia.
Tour operators report cancellations and fear travelers may choose Southeast Asia or Africa over Ushuaia.
Scientists have not yet tested rodents despite a ministry plan sent two weeks ago.
Pan American Health Organization says outbreak’s relevance is limited and affirms cooperation with Argentina.