Influenza Outbreaks Among Passengers and Crew on Two Cruise Ships: A Recent Account of Preparedness and Response to an Ever‐Present Challenge

ConclusionsInfluenza activity can become widespread during cruise ship outbreaks and can occur outside of traditional influenza seasons. Comprehensive outbreak prevention and control plans, including prompt antiviral treatment and prophylaxis, may mitigate the impact of influenza outbreaks on cruise ships.

Source: Journal of Travel Medicine - June 2, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Alexander J. Millman, Krista Kornylo Duong, Kathryn Lafond, Nicole M. Green, Susan A. Lippold, Michael A. Jhung Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research