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Norovirus outbreak on Phoenix Reisen's Ship Artania
6 months ago •source cruisemapper.com • business
1 Columbuskaje, Bremerhaven, 27568 Bremen, Germany
Phoenix Reisen's cruise ship, MS Artania, is experiencing a significant norovirus outbreak while en route to Norway. The outbreak has affected approximately 200 passengers, escalating from 50 cases, as the ship navigates towards Bronnoysund. The vessel departed from Bremerhaven, Germany, on a 14-night Norwegian Fjords voyage. A sharp rise in cases was recorded while navigating toward Norway's port of Bronnoysund.The outbreak began with a sharp increase in reported cases, prompting the crew to quarantine affected passengers in their staterooms to prevent further transmission. Norovirus, known for its rapid spread in confined spaces like cruise ships, causes symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Local health authorities are monitoring the situation, aware that the virus's incubation period may lead to more cases once the ship docks.
The problem was discovered as the number of ill passengers rose dramatically, prompting immediate action from the ship's crew. An additional physician and nurse have been sent to the ship to assist the onboard medical team. The crew has implemented strict isolation measures and is restocking sanitizing supplies to control the outbreak. Despite the challenges, the Artania continues its journey, focusing on health containment and passenger support.
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This sounds like a nightmare