A cabin crew member for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is being tested for hantavirus after showing mild symptoms and being admitted to a hospital in Amsterdam, a spokesperson for the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport said on May 7, 2026.
The woman, whose name has not been released, is undergoing tests at the hospital. The spokesperson did not provide further details about her condition or the specific circumstances that led to the testing.
Hantavirus is a rare but potentially serious viral infection that can be transmitted to humans through contact with rodents, particularly their urine, droppings, or saliva. The virus can cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) or hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS), depending on the strain.
The Dutch health authorities are investigating the source of the potential exposure. No additional cases have been reported, and the risk to the general public is considered low, the spokesperson added.
KLM has not issued a public statement on the matter. The airline and health officials are cooperating to ensure appropriate measures are taken.
