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Last update: 8 hours agoHantavirus Cruise Fallout: A polar cruise ship, MV Hondius, has docked in Rotterdam for disinfection after a deadly hantavirus outbreak left at least 11 cases (nine confirmed) and three passenger deaths; the remaining crew face quarantine and weekly testing, with officials saying public risk is low. Climate-Health Push: In a bid to force faster action, experts led by former Iceland PM Katrin Jakobsdóttir are urging WHO to declare climate change a public health emergency of international concern. India–Nordics Health-Adjacent Deals: At the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo, leaders—including Iceland’s PM—elevated ties into a “green technology and innovation” strategic partnership, with cooperation spanning energy, Arctic work, digital tech, and healthcare. Cancer Support Tool: NCCN released an updated Distress Thermometer screening resource in 70+ languages to help cancer patients get timely mental and practical support. Local Note (Iceland): Iceland’s alternative food scene gets a spotlight via a Reykjavik festival visit, with geothermal-grown produce taking center stage.
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