Over 250 Sick in Back-to-Back Outbreaks Aboard Cunard Line Cruise Ship
Two consecutive outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness aboard a Cunard Line cruise ship have left hundreds of passengers and crew members sick. The outbreaks occurred on two separate voyages within the span of two weeks,
2024 was worst year for stomach virus outbreaks on cruise ships in over a decade: CDC
In December alone, the CDC reported five separate outbreaks on four different ships — sickening more than 800 people. All of the outbreaks were caused by the highly contagious norovirus.
Is norovirus common on cruise ships? What to know after back-to-back outbreaks.
Norovirus causes an inflammation of the stomach or intestines called acute gastroenteritis, according to the CDC. The virus is “very contagious,” and symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, fever, headache and others.
Did you get the stomach bug on your cruise? A look at cruise ship outbreaks in 2024
A virus known as the stomach bug that has surged across parts of the country is the cause of nearly all diarrhea outbreaks reported on cruise ships that docked at U.S. ports in 2024, federal data shows.
Cruise Ship Stomach Bug Illnesses Hit 12-Year High: CDC
Health officials say the “often crowded, semi-enclosed” cruise ship environment can facilitate the spread of diseases and that outbreaks can be sustained by crew members who s
Illnesses reported on cruise ships hits 12-year high, report shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says reported illnesses on cruise ships have hit a 12-year high.
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Cruise lines face growing norovirus, GI illness problem
Cruise passengers live in tight quarters where contact with other passengers can't be avoided. Yes, some people still wear masks on cruise ships, and cleaning protocols have been greatly enhanced, but that has not eradicated illness on cruise ships.
CDC: Cruise ship illnesses reach 12-year high
Illnesses on cruise ships have hit a 12-year high. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show there were outbreaks on 16 different cruise ships in 2024. The majority of the illnesses were norovirus cases.
Cruise ships hit by worst year for stomach bugs in over a decade, CDC data reveals
But another statistic in the world of cruising is on the up, and it’s not a good one: the latest data from the US Centers for ...
Back-to-back norovirus outbreaks on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 sicken passengers, crew
Passengers and crew members got sick with norovirus during two back-to-back outbreaks aboard a Cunard Line ship. Among 2,565 ...
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Back-to-Back Outbreak Strikes Famous Cunard Liner
More than 265 cases of illness have been reported aboard Queen Mary 2, the second consecutive sailing impacted by an outbreak ...
Cruise line bans guests from taking three items on board - but one thing is recommended
Passengers planning to take a trip with one of the most luxurious cruise lines have been urged to leave three items at home ...
Cruise Outbreaks at 12-Year High, CDC Data Compares Cruise Lines
The CDC inspects hundreds of cruise ship yearly. Some cruise lines and cruise parent companies score better than others.
Carnival brands, cruise industry face growing norovirus problem
In December alone five cruise ships from Cunard, Holland America Line and Princess Cruises, all Carnival-owned brands, ...
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Cunard to Host Jazz Artists Jools Holland and Jamie Cullum on Queen Victoria
Cunard will host jazz artists Jools Holland and Jamie Cullum on Queen Victoria in 2025, with Cullum performing on a 13-night ...