Americans Return Home After Hantavirus Quarantine

For those affected by the hantavirus, Sunday marks the conclusion of a challenging period of isolation and uncertainty. Scientists are still unraveling several aspects of the outbreak. After six weeks in quarantine, the Americans evacuated from a cruise ship impacted by a dangerous hantavirus outbreak will resume their normal lives beginning Sunday afternoon.

This moment closes a difficult chapter filled with isolation and anxiety for those exposed. Many express excitement about reuniting with loved ones, getting haircuts, and enjoying simple pleasures like touching grass.