Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

CDC Reports Record 16 Cruise Ship Disease Outbreaks

1/4/2025

36 7

Summary

Story summary

In 2024, the CDC reported a staggering 16 gastrointestinal disease outbreaks on cruise ships, the highest number in over a decade. Norovirus, a notorious culprit, is also wreaking havoc on the general public, with 91 outbreaks recorded in early December alone. This relentless virus causes 19-21 million illnesses each year in the U.S., leaving no specific treatment or vaccine in sight.

1 of 1

Story summary

In 2024, the CDC reported a staggering 16 gastrointestinal disease outbreaks on cruise ships, the highest number in over a decade. Norovirus, a notorious culprit, is also wreaking havoc on the general public, with 91 outbreaks recorded in early December alone. This relentless virus causes 19-21 million illnesses each year in the U.S., leaving no specific treatment or vaccine in sight.