Morocco officials said the public health risk from the Andes hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship remains very low, with the national risk described as low or almost negligible; authorities noted no landing authorization related to suspected cases while continuing monitoring measures. Authorities emphasized that the risk level remains negligible. Joint efforts with regional authorities continues as monitoring is kept up. Sources noted that border actions or evacuations were not authorized, with officials focusing on surveillance. Global health observers are keeping watch as more information evolves. No emergency landing was granted in relation to suspected cases, and enhanced monitoring remains in force.
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no specific measures at Morocco's points of entry at this stage
At this stage, no specific protocol for entry points in Morocco is deemed necessary. The situation related to the Hantavirus in Morocco is described as "low, almost negligible."
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