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Norovirus Outbreak Sickens Over 200 on Queen Mary 2 Cruise

The CDC confirms enhanced health measures are in place as the ship continues its voyage, with additional cases reported on a separate cruise ship.

File photo of the Queen Mary 2 sailing near the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor to meet the QE2 October 16, 2008 in New York.
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Overview

  • Over 200 passengers and crew aboard Cunard Line's Queen Mary 2 have contracted norovirus during a voyage that began on March 8 and concludes on April 6.
  • The ship's crew has implemented enhanced cleaning, disinfection, and isolation measures, consulting with the CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program for guidance.
  • A separate norovirus outbreak has affected 34 people on the Seabourn Encore, which is set to end its voyage on April 9.
  • The CDC reports 12 gastrointestinal outbreaks on cruise ships in 2025 so far, with 10 linked to norovirus, continuing a concerning trend from 2024's record-high outbreaks.
  • Norovirus, a highly contagious virus causing vomiting and diarrhea, spreads easily in confined environments like cruise ships, prompting scrutiny of the industry's health protocols.