The Ministry of Health and Wellness says Jamaica has not recorded any cases of hantavirus, while urging the public to remain vigilant as it continues monitoring international reports of the viral disease.

The ministry said it is tracking reports of hantavirus cases identified aboard a cruise vessel off the coast of West Africa, but stressed there is no evidence of local transmission.

“The ministry wishes to assure Jamaicans that, at this time, there are no reported cases of hantavirus in Jamaica,” a statement said Thursday.