A Test in Time Saves Lives: The Nebraska Lab's Expedited Response to Andes Hantavirus The recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship bound for the US highlighted America's public health infrastructure shortcomings in diagnosing rare and exotic diseases.
The incident is not an isolated case, but rather a symptom of a broader issue: the country's lack of preparedness against emerging infectious threats.
One laboratory stood out for its proactive response to the crisis: the University of Nebraska Medical Center.