Analysis: Why Cruise Ships Are Prone to Infections

Following recent incidents, including the MV Hondius and a gastroenteritis outbreak off Bordeaux, this article explores the factors that make cruise ships particularly susceptible environments for the spread of infections.

14 May, 12:29 — 14 May, 12:29

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Why are cruise ships such fertile ground for infection?

In the span of two weeks, the MV Hondius incident and an outbreak of gastroenteritis on board a cruise ship off the coast of Bordeaux, some people might be tempted to postpone their cruise. But what makes these mastodons such fertile ground for infection? Story by France 2 and Antonia Kerrigan.

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