2011 Outbreak of Norovirus Among Passengers Onboard Holland America Line MV Ryndam

The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program reported an outbreak of norovirus among passengers onboard the Holland America Line MV Ryndam in November 2011. In total 148 of 1,188 passengers and 11 of the 574 crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.

Overview

Outbreak began:November 2011
Affected country:Other International
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Cruise ship
Brand name(s):MV Ryndam, Holland America
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:159

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents