2013 Outbreak of Norovirus Among Passengers Onboard Cruise Ship MV Celebrity Infinity

The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program reported an outbreak of Norovirus among passengers onboard the Celebrity Infinity in March 2013. In total 101 of 2086 passengers and 17 of 927 crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.

Overview

Outbreak began:March 2013
Affected country:Other International
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Cruise ship
Brand name(s):Celebrity Cruises, MV Celebrity Infinity
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:118

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents