Norovirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Affects 125 Passengers and Crew

A norovirus outbreak has affected 125 passengers and crew members aboard a cruise ship docked in San Francisco. The highly contagious stomach virus spread among those on board the vessel. The ship had departed from San Francisco.

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What Happened

A norovirus outbreak has sickened 125 passengers and crew members on a cruise ship docked in San Francisco. The highly contagious stomach virus spread among individuals on the vessel.

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The cruise ship had departed from San Francisco. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on the outbreak.

Norovirus is a common cause of gastroenteritis, often referred to as the stomach flu, and is known for its high transmissibility.

Key Facts

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125 passengers and crew were affected by a norovirus outbreak.
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The outbreak occurred on a cruise ship.
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The cruise ship was docked in San Francisco.
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The cruise ship had departed from San Francisco.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on the outbreak.

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The Seattle Times

Details the norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship that departed from San Francisco, affecting 125 passengers and crew.

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ABC News

Highlights the number of people affected by the highly contagious stomach virus on a cruise ship.

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The Hill

Focuses on the location of the cruise ship, stating it was docked in San Francisco when the norovirus outbreak occurred.

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United Press International

Reports on the norovirus outbreak affecting 125 individuals on a Princess cruise ship, citing the CDC.

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The Seattle Times

125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise from San Francisco

ABC News

125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise

The Hill

Cruise ship docked in San Francisco hit by norovirus outbreak

United Press International

CDC: 125 ill in Princess cruise ship norovirus outbreak

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What Happened

A norovirus outbreak has sickened 125 passengers and crew members on a cruise ship docked in San Francisco. The highly contagious stomach virus spread among individuals on the vessel.

Also readMan Pleads Guilty to Sending Fake Ransom Note in Nancy Guthrie Case

The cruise ship had departed from San Francisco. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on the outbreak.

Norovirus is a common cause of gastroenteritis, often referred to as the stomach flu, and is known for its high transmissibility.