Two British people who were onboard a cruise ship struck by a deadly rat-borne virus are self-isolating at home in the UK, health authorities have said.
Passengers on the MV Hondius returned to Britain independently after boarding the doomed vessel, according to the UK Health Security Agency.
Neither of the individuals are currently reporting symptoms but they have been classified as ‘close contacts’ of infected passengers.
A spokesman said: ‘They are receiving advice and support from UKHSA and have been advised to self-isolate. UKHSA are supporting a small number of individuals identified as close contacts of those on the boat.
‘They are being offered
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