Ministry of Health quarantine statement: 3 citizens to be brought to Turkey

The following statement was made by the Ministry of Health:

"Three of our citizens, who are on an international cruise ship and whose health status is being closely monitored, will be brought to our country tomorrow.

In the follow-up process, which is being carried out in coordination with the relevant international authorities, it has been reported that our citizens do not show any symptoms or signs of illness.

From the moment they arrive in our country, they will be placed in quarantine and their health processes will be meticulously managed by our Ministry."

Hantavirus

Hantavirus is known as a disease primarily transmitted by rodents.

The virus, which is transmitted by inhaling air contaminated with the dried feces, urine, and saliva of rodents, or sometimes through bites or scratches from rodents, presents with symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and muscle pain.

The virus, which can also cause respiratory failure, manifests in some cases as internal bleeding and kidney failure.

News Source: 12punto