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Norovirus Outbreak Sickens 90 on Holland America Cruise

1/12/2026

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard Holland America Line's Rotterdam during its Dec. 28–Jan. 9 voyage, affecting nearly 90 passengers and crew.
The illness caused mainly gastrointestinal symptoms.
Holland America Line reported the outbreak to the CDC on Jan. 8 and has since increased cleaning and disinfection.
Medical staff collected stool samples for testing and isolated affected individuals.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard Holland America Line's Rotterdam during its Dec. 28–Jan. 9 voyage, affecting nearly 90 passengers and crew.
The illness caused mainly gastrointestinal symptoms.
Holland America Line reported the outbreak to the CDC on Jan. 8 and has since increased cleaning and disinfection.
Medical staff collected stool samples for testing and isolated affected individuals.