Norovirus Outbreak Affects Dozens on Pacific Cruise

The Coral Princess reported 70 cases of illness during its journey from Singapore to California.

A norovirus outbreak impacted 55 passengers and 15 crew members on the Coral Princess cruise ship.
The ship, carrying over 2,700 people, traveled from Singapore to Long Beach, California, docking on November 17.
Enhanced cleaning and disinfection measures were implemented by the crew in response to the outbreak.
The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program monitored the situation remotely, with no delays in the ship's arrival.
This incident marks the eighth norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship reported to the CDC in 2024.