2012 Outbreak of Norovirus Among Passengers Onboard Holland America Lines Cruise Ship MV Amsterdam
The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program reported an outbreak of norovirus among passengers onboard the Holland America Lines MV Amsterdam in November 2012. In total 85 of the 791 passengers and 6 of 610 crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.
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norovirus, cruise+ship, amsterdam, holland+american+linesOverview
| Outbreak began: | November 2012 |
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| Affected country: | Other International |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Cruise ship |
| Brand name(s): | Holland America, MV Amsterdam |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 91 |
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Sources & documents
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