90-Second Read: Boston influencer who was on board Hantavirus-hit cruise ship shares his story

Jake Rosmarin, a Boston photographer and influencer who was one of the passengers aboard the Hantavirus-hit cruise ship, shared his story with "TODAY" on... Jake Rosmarin, a Boston photographer and influencer who was one of the passengers aboard the Hantavirus -hit cruise ship, shared his story with "TODAY" on Tuesday morning. I'm happy to be in a place where we are well cared for and if anything happens we have the medical care we need." Rosmarin said it was a scary moment when he first learned of the Hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship. Monday after disembarking from the Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship. But it was a scary time and I had a lot of up and down emotions, but I spent most of my time in my cabin.".

His first post a week ago was a statement confirming that he was on board the ship: "For those who have seen recent news, yes, I am currently onboard the M/V Hondius. For now, just taking things one step at a time, we will be okay." Hantavirus, a rodent-borne illness, is suspected of causing the outbreak aboard the MV Hondius that killed three people and sickened several others. It wasn't until the early 1990s that a previously unknown group of Hantaviruses emerged in the southwestern United States as the cause of an acute respiratory disease now known as Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. I think like anyone, wen you hear a virus you may not know about, you Google it, and you know, probably when you Google this virus, it's some very.

He has not tested positive for the virus and has experienced no symptoms. Stream NBC10 Boston news for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Studies indicate Hantaviruses have been around for centuries, with outbreaks documented in Asia and Europe. The disease gained attention last year after late actor Gene Hackman 's wife, Betsy Arakawa, died from a Hantavirus infection in New Mexico. I'm feeling good, I got rest last night after a very long travel day the night before.

I am currently on board the MV Hondius, and what's happening right now is very real for all of us here. Two of those passengers have been confirmed to be New Hampshire residents. It wasn't until we arrived in the Canary Islands and I was able to get off the ship that I felt a bit of relief." Rosmarin said he spent most of the day Monday taking time to speak with friends and family to let them know he is OK. Thank you." In a third post later in the day, Rosmarin offered an apology of sorts, saying he didn't mean to worry anyone and that everyone on board is doing OK. There's still some uncertainty, but it's reassuring to know there is a plan in place, and I.