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

The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program reported an outbreak of norovirus among passengers onboard the Holland America Cruise Line MV Ryndam in December 2011. In total 69 of 1,298 passengers and 6 of the 574 crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2011
Affected country:US
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:75

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents