In recent months, several cruise ships have experienced significant outbreaks of the norovirus. This highly infectious and ...

Travellers planning to set sail this season can rest a little easier—cruise ships aren't the norovirus breeding grounds ...

The CDC reports infecting someone can take as few as 10 viral particles. Norovirus causes an average of 900 deaths annually mostly among older adults, 109,000 hospitalizations, and 19 million to ...

Vermont has the second lowest state fatality rate in the US (147.9 per 100K; Hawaii 113.5/100K). Mississippi (465.6/100K) and ...

Vermont has the second lowest state fatality rate in the US (148.2 per 100K; Hawaii 113.6/100K). Mississippi (465.8/100K) and ...

Vermont has the second lowest state fatality rate in the US (148.3 per 100K; Hawaii 113.6/100K). Mississippi (465.9/100K) and ...

The CDC records an outbreak when at least three percent of passengers and crew show symptoms, its vessel sanitation program ...

Carnival Cruise Line’s infamous 2013 “Poop Cruise” is making headlines again, thanks to Netflix’s new Trainwreck documentary.

Food operators need to rise to the challenge of improving food safety and become leaders in public health, says Hal King, ...

The Laredo Public Health Department issued a guidance to help prevent water-related injuries and illnesses during the summer months.

Unfortunately, so much food and so many people in relatively tight quarters means an increased risk for foodborne illnesses that could confine you to your cabin for an entire crui ...

A third case of measles has been confirmed in the commonwealth. According to the Virginia Department of Health, two of the three cases were linked to international travel.