Cruise Ship GI Outbreaks Surpass 2024 Total
Another gastrointestinal outbreak was reported this week on Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas affecting more than 70 passengers and crew. According to theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the outbreak was caused by the norovirus. Symptoms include diarrhea and vomiting.
The 13-night cruise departed from San Diego on Sept. 19 and is scheduled to arrive at its final stop in Miami on Thursday, Oct. 2, per Cruise Mapper.
This marks the 19 th outbreak of gastrointestinal illnesses on cruises, 14 of which were caused by the norovirus, surpassing 2024’s total.
The close quarters and high population density on cruise ships make them particularly vulnerable to norovirus outbreaks. Aronfeld Trial Lawyers has compiled a list of ways to avoid contracting the virus on your next cruise.
How to Prevent Contracting Norovirus on your next Cruise.
- Wash your hands thoroughly:
Use soap and water and scrub for at least 20 seconds, paying attention to
between fingers and under fingernails. - Avoid touching your face:
Minimize touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. - Sanitize surfaces:
Regularly disinfect frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs, countertops, and
handrails. - Proper food handling:
Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly, cook food to proper temperatures, and
avoid cross-contamination in the kitchen. - Report illness promptly:
If you suspect you have norovirus, inform relevant authorities at once to help
prevent further spread.
Aronfeld Trial Lawyers has a strong record of success in handling cruise ship injury cases and lawsuits related to foodborne illnesses like norovirus and salmonella, including those against Royal Caribbean. We work to ensure our clients receive justice and compensation. We understand the tactics used by cruise lines to minimize claims and are prepared to counter them effectively.
We believe that the majority of cruise ship-related accidents and illnesses can be avoided. However, when cruise lines put their profits ahead of passenger safety, people can get seriously hurt. Our law office is located in Miami, Florida, and we concentrate on representing passengers in claims and lawsuits against all the major cruise lines–such as Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Celebrity, Norwegian, SilverSeas, Regents, Holland America, Princess, and Disney Cruise Lines.