2024 recorded the highest number of stomach virus outbreaks onboard cruises since 2012, tying with that year at 16 total outbreaks. The CDC confirmed this alarming increase highlights a significant public health concern.
The outbreak on the Queen Mary 2 ship has sickened nearly 400 people onboard, illustrating how quickly norovirus can spread in closed environments like cruise ships.
Cunard Line responded to the outbreaks with enhanced health protocols, including deep cleaning and monitoring of sick passengers and crew, to mitigate further spread.
Norovirus symptoms typically last between one to three days, but the virus can remain contagious for up to two weeks after symptoms have gone.
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