Norovirus outbreaks are on the rise around the country and on cruise ships
Last year, there were 16 outbreaks on cruise ships, from norovirus, salmonella, E. coli or other unidentified pathogens that cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or vomiting. That's the largest number of cruise ship outbreaks in 12 years.
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Beth Knowles and her family left on a Caribbean cruise in late December, but they missed every port. They got too sick to disembark during a norovirus outbreak on board. Knowles got an email from Cunard Line one day before their Dec.
Cruise ships face worst year for stomach illnesses in a decade
In 2024, cruise ships experienced the highest number of gastrointestinal outbreaks in over a decade, with norovirus as the leading cause, according to CDC data.
Cruise Ship Norovirus Outbreaks Make Hundreds of People Sick
Four cruise ships were affected by five stomach bug outbreaks in December, The Washington Post reported, citing the CDC.
Cruise ships witness worst year for stomach bug outbreaks in over a decade
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has classified 2024 as the worst year for stomach illness outbreaks on cruise ships in over a decade as Norovirus cases surged in the U.S.
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.
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Hand sanitizer isn't as effective as handwashing at preventing the spread of norovirus, doctors and the CDC warn.
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.
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