In 2024, the CDC reported 13 bacterial and viral outbreaks predominantly attributed to norovirus on cruise ships, highlighting how quickly illness can spread in crowded conditions.
The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program, through random inspections, aims to enforce strict sanitation practices aboard cruise ships, observing everything from food storage to pool cleanliness.
Despite prevalent outbreaks, 27 cruise ships achieved perfect sanitation scores in 2024 due to rigorous compliance with the CDC’s health standards, demonstrating operational excellence.
With four major symptoms—vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain—norovirus can disrupt vacations, necessitating the importance of thorough vessel inspections to ensure passenger safety.
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