Norovirus On Cruise Ship Royal Caribbean

Ive had it before but it wasnt from a cruise ship hadnt been on one in 6 months.

Norovirus on cruise ship royal caribbean. Although such outbreak can happen and happen many time on land in offices schools summer camps army bases and many other crowded places when it happens on a cruise ship it seems to get much more attention. I received a few calls from my clients who are worried about this situation. Our goal has been to provide our readers with expansive coverage of all aspects of the Royal Caribbean experience.

Celebrity Infinity and Legend of the Seas. In a 2018 interview with Business Insider Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley said that the highly contained environment of a cruise ship makes the spaces the perfect breeding ground for the virus to grow and spread. Oasis of the Seas Royal Caribbean.

Two ships were affected. Over 270 passengers and crew members became sick with norovirus on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship this week USA Today-affiliated Florida Today reports. Unwashed or poorly washed poopy hands spreads the virus on surfaces.

Royal Caribbean and sister cruise line Celebrity have experienced recent problems with norovirus outbreaks the Celebrity Constellation sailing out of Southampton reportedly had 350 passengers stricken with norovirus last week and the Rhapsody of the Seas was quarantined last month while in port in Fiji due to the ports concern that sick cruise passengers may infect the local. Unlock the wonders of the world with an expedition cruise - Book today. The cruise was cut short.

Serenade of the Seas. On the 9000-passenger vessel at least 277. Norovirus is a contagious gastrointestinal virus with symptoms comparable to food poisoning or the flu.

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. The CDC says the particular strain of Norovirus was identified as the GII4 Sydney strain which is named after originating in Australia. 72 of 1911 377 12 of 942 127 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.