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Spain's Barcelona and Alicante hantavirus patients cleared after negative tests

Two women who were isolated in Barcelona's Hospital Clínic and Alicante's Hospital Sant Joan as contacts of a fatal hantavirus case have recorded consecutive negative PCR results. After a fourth negative test for the 32‑year‑old patient in Alicante and a second negative test for the 42‑year‑old patient in Barcelona, health authorities said they may receive family visits under strict protective measures and, once 28 days have passed since exposure (May 23), could complete the remaining quarantine at home.

The Ministry of Health also reported on the group of Spaniards held at the Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla. One 70‑year‑old patient tested positive but is now “almost asymptomatic,” while the other 13 contacts remain asymptomatic. A second PCR scheduled for Monday will determine whether they can leave their rooms and access common areas.

Regional and national health agencies continue to apply the public‑health protocol, with the possibility of extending home quarantine up to 42 days if all subsequent tests stay negative.

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