The health authorities, through a statement, reported that 102 passengers and 13 crew members from the Caribbean Princess cruise ship, which sails near the Bahamas, suffer from vomiting and diarrhea.
Vessel staff increased cleaning and disinfection of areas to try to contain the outbreak; In addition, he isolated those infected and consulted the authorities about hygiene protocols.
The cruise ship is scheduled to arrive at Port Canaveral, outside Orlando, on May 11according to the cruise portal CruiseMapper.
The cruise transports 3,116 passengersso the current outbreak affects 3% of travelers.
According to the CDC, norovirus is the leading cause of outbreaks of diarrhea and vomiting. The disease can spread through direct contact with other people, consumption of contaminated food and drinks, as well as through surfaces.
Another cruise with norovirus patients
On October 2, 2025, a Royal Caribbean cruise ship had to dock in a port in Miami, Florida, since inside Almost a hundred people infected with norovirus were traveling.
The Serenade of the Seas cruise ship docked in the middle of a voyage from San Diego, California, on September 19, with final destination in Miami.
The CDC report revealed that approximately 94 passengers, of the 1,874, and four of the 833 crew members reported symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting.
What are the symptoms of norovirus
Norovirus is a viral and gastrointestinal condition which is characterized by presenting an acute condition of diarrhea and other symptoms.
His The form of infection is through the fecal-oral route. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain correct hygiene to prevent its spread.
Some symptoms are:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- General malaise
- abdominal pain
- In some cases, fever
Symptoms can last two or three days, even a week.
The health authorities They recommend staying hydrated if you suffer from the disease.