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Norovirus breakout infects over 100 on Caribbean Princess cruise ship
Over 100 passengers and crew reported contracting norovirus while sailing on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
TL;DR
- More than 100 passengers and 13 crew members on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship have reported norovirus symptoms.
- Norovirus is a highly infectious illness that causes gastrointestinal symptoms.
- The cruise line has increased cleaning and disinfecting procedures, isolated those infected, and is working with the CDC.
- The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program is conducting an investigation to help control the outbreak.
- The ship departed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on April 28 and is scheduled to return on May 11.