CRUISING AND SWINE FLU
It seems inevitable that the outbreak of swine flu in Mexico will soon be officially labeled as a pandemic and it’s just a matter of time before the cruise lines announce more changes to their itineraries.
Carnival today has already announced that its cruises will be re-routed to avoid Mexico for a week more than originally planned.
Royal Caribbean International has moved the Mariner of the Seas from Mexico to the USA west coast, and six Princess Cruises ships, currently scheduled for calls in Mexican ports through May, will either visit alternative ports or spend an additional day at sea.
For those of you on a cruise in the area, and worrying about contracting the swine flu, take a look at the Prow’s Edge page on the norovirus - the same common sense rules apply:
Never touch interior handrails or other surfaces others have touched frequently.
Wash your hands at least six times a day for at least 20 seconds each time with warm water and soap.
Avoid anyone who is coughing or sneezing and if you must cough, cover it up!
And if you think you may be infected - inform the authorities at once.
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