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Norovirus Outbreak Sickens 150 on Star Princess Cruise

3/16/2026

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A norovirus outbreak affected 150 on the Star Princess during March 7–14, with 104 passengers and 49 crew ill.
Symptoms included diarrhea and vomiting, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was notified on March 11.
Princess Cruises revised cleaning protocols and isolated sick individuals.
The ship will dock in Fort Lauderdale.
The CDC notes that illness totals reflect the entire voyage, not just concurrent cases.

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Story summary

A norovirus outbreak affected 150 on the Star Princess during March 7–14, with 104 passengers and 49 crew ill.
Symptoms included diarrhea and vomiting, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was notified on March 11.
Princess Cruises revised cleaning protocols and isolated sick individuals.
The ship will dock in Fort Lauderdale.
The CDC notes that illness totals reflect the entire voyage, not just concurrent cases.