Possible hantavirus case in Winnebago County not linked to cruise ship outbreak

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Original Load Date May 12, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated May 12, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
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The Illinois Department of Public Health said Tuesday it is investigating a possible [ hantavirus ][8] case in a resident that is not believed to be connected to a widespread outbreak on a cruise ship that has raised concerns worldwide. In a statement, IDPH said the individual, a Winnebago County r...