2010 Outbreak of Gastrointestinal Illness Onboard Fred Olsen Cruise Lines MV Balmoral

The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program reported an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness among passengers and crew abroad the Fred Olsen Cruise Lines MV Balmoral in January 2010. In total 293 of 1,163 passengers and 17 of 519 crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.

Overview

Outbreak began:January 2010
Affected country:Other International
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Gastrointestinal illness, not specified
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Cruise ship
Brand name(s):MV Balmoral, Fred Olsen Cruise Line
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:310

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents