When you see photos of a cruise, you see decadence, luxury, relaxation, and sunshine. What you don’t see in those photo galleries is the high risk of infections and other health woes that may come with it. Due to the close contact of all the passengers, it’s easy for bugs to jump from one vacationer to the next — which can really put a damper on your week of luxury.
Knowing what to look out for can help ensure that you don’t spend your paradise cruise in your bed. In this video, learn more about four of the most common illnesses to be mindful of on your next cruise.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Cruise ship travel.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Key facts about seasonal flu vaccines.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Brian Clista, MDDr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.
