Mauritius Clears Norwegian Dawn for Docking After Negative Cholera Tests

The cruise ship was initially denied entry due to health concerns, but subsequent testing revealed no cholera presence among passengers.

Mauritius has allowed the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship to dock after initial fears of a cholera outbreak were dispelled with negative test results.
The ship was initially denied docking due to 15 passengers showing symptoms of stomach illness, raising concerns amidst a cholera epidemic in southern Africa.
Health officials conducted tests on the ship's water and passengers, finding no evidence of cholera but mild cases of gastroenteritis instead.
More than 3,000 passengers and crew were affected, with disembarkation and new embarkations delayed, causing inconvenience and concern.
The situation highlights the vigilance of health authorities in preventing disease spread, especially in regions recently affected by cholera outbreaks.