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Ruby Princess Norovirus Outbreak | Edmonton News
The Ruby Princess cruise ship hit a major norovirus outbreak, sickening over 120 passengers and crew with vomiting and diarrhea mid-voyage to Canada and Alaska. With 3.4% of passengers and 2% of crew affected, the ship made an emergency stop in Prince Rupert while officials responded. Norovirus spreads fast — through contact or contaminated surfaces — and though most recover in days, it’s no vacation highlight. Princess Cruises responded quickly, ramping up cleaning and promising a deep scrub before its next trip — this isn’t their first rodeo with the virus this year, nor their third…
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