90-Second Read: 38 Pinoys from Hantavirus-hit MV Hondius return home after 42-day quarantine in Netherlands — DMW

Thirty-eight Filipino crew members of the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was affected by a Hantavirus outbreak, have returned to the Philippines, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) announced. According to the DMW, all 38 Filipino crew members had tested negative for the virus before undergoing quarantine and were cleared to return home. Cacdac, along with officials and representatives from the Department of Health (DOH), Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ), Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) medical team, and the crew's licensed recruitment agency. The returning seafarers were welcomed by DMW Secretary Hans Leo J.

Upon arrival, the crew members underwent secondary medical screening conducted by the Bureau of Quarantine. The DMW chief also expressed gratitude to the shipowner and the recruitment agency for taking care of the Filipino seafarers and supporting them throughout the quarantine period. Cacdac also said the DOH assured the returning seafarers of access to free medical consultations and zero-balance billing in government hospitals. The DMW, meanwhile, offered reintegration assistance through the National Reintegration Network for those who wish to remain in the country and pursue livelihood or business opportunities.

The seafarers arrived safely at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on the evening o... Cacdac assured the crew of the government's continued support and conveyed President Ferdinand R. They also received airport assistance and financial support from the DMW and OWWA. Meanwhile, Cacdac said the crew members are set to receive their remaining salaries and travel allowances from the shipowner through their agency.