A tourist who recently transited through France in July has tested positive for hantavirus, according to the French health ministry. The patient, who is of Franco-Argentine nationality, is currently isolated in Spain and is not exhibiting any symptoms. The French health ministry confirmed the case, but did not provide further details. The individual’s transit through France in July is believed to be relevant to the case, although the exact circumstances of the infection are not specified. The patient is being monitored in Spain, where they are currently receiving care.
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