Zika

[luv4cruises]

CNN reported on the outbreak of the mosquito born Zika virus spreading through the Americas and the Caribbean.

 

I cruised during the Chikingunga scare with two very young grandchildren,

We were worried.

We took every precaution and all went well. In fact we never saw a mosquito.

 

What are your thoughts? Are the cruise lines concerned?

[MarkusToe]

it's all over the news

 

our health insurances gave the advice for pregnant: do not visit Brazil for the moment.-...

[phillygirl2400]

Several airlines just announced that they will let some ticket holders to CDC listed areas cancel or reschedule air travel. Check your airline's webpage if you are concerned.

 

 

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[emagdnim900]

CNN reported on the outbreak of the mosquito born Zika virus spreading through the Americas and the Caribbean.

 

I cruised during the Chikingunga scare with two very young grandchildren,

We were worried.

We took every precaution and all went well. In fact we never saw a mosquito.

 

What are your thoughts? Are the cruise lines concerned?

 

That was my first thought, I have never seen a mosquito in the carribean.

[ghstudio]

Just because you didn't notice them really doesn't mean much, there are definitely mosquitoes and all it takes is one.

[emagdnim900]

Just because you didn't notice them really doesn't mean much, there are definitely mosquitoes and all it takes is one.

 

Not going to stop us. If my wife was pregnant sure but we will take our chances for now.

[wales4ever]

Am I concerned about going on holiday? No Are you? Then stay at home. Simple aint it?

[DYKWIA]

BBC running a new story that 3-4 million cases are expected this year

[Hlitner]

We would be very concerned if we were a pregnant woman and probably avoid/delay travel to parts of the world that have reported cases of this virus. Otherwise, it is just one more mosquito spread virus similar to Dengue. For those (non-pregnant) folks who worry about this kind of thing, just take normal and reasonable precautions against mosquitoes.

 

Hank

[dkjretired]

This is an earlier thread on the virus which has some info on what the cruise lines are doing.

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2306295

[wallysdtr]

I work for an OB practice. The patients that are pregnant are being encouraged not to travel to the areas indicated on the map.

[mcrcruiser]

Apparently these virus are emanating out of Africa ,where the Chikungunya virus came from & is also expanding world wide .:eek: Many millions have been infected & when a normal mosquito bites a infected person it spreads rapidly not only in the Atlantic Ocean area but also in the Pacific & Indian ocean areas .:eek:

 

There has been NO effort to find a cure for these virus ;which is really hard to understand that why big pharma & the bio tech people have not developed a inoculation against these virus :rolleyes:

[hcat]

Belize was worst place ever for daytime mosquitos..deet did not help!

[Celebrity Cruises]

Celebrity Cruises is committed to the safety and health of our guests and crew. We have been closely monitoring the Zika virus situation and are aware that the CDC has issued a travel alert for certain countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. We will assist any pregnant women who do not feel comfortable sailing to countries affected with the Zika virus by providing alternate itinerary options. This may include providing guests with a future cruise credit valid for two years so that they may re-schedule their voyage for a later date, with no penalty.

 

In order to reduce the risk of contracting any number of diseases spread by mosquito bite, including Zika virus, we urge our guests to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites by remaining in well screened or air conditioned areas when possible, by wearing light-colored clothing that adequately covers the arms and legs, and by applying insect repellant to both skin and clothing.

 

Should you have any additional questions about the Zika virus we encourage you to visit the CDC's website.