CDC Warns Public To Avoid Cruise Travel Under New Guidelines

The CDC is warning the public to avoid cruise trips under new guidelines.

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On Thursday, the CDC provided a statement provided by spokesperson Dave Daigle.

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The CDC increased the Cruise Travel Health Notice to level 4.

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Level 4 means that people should avoid cruise travel regardless of vaccination status.

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During Nov. 30 – Dec. 14, 162 cases came from cruise ships.

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During Dec. 15 – Dec. 29, over 5,000 cases came from cruise ships.

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The Cruise Lines International Association said it was “disappointed” by the CDC’s recommendation.

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They maintain that they have protocols in place, including vaccination checks and regular testing.

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They also added that “no setting can be immune from this virus.”

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