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    As of July 18, 2022, CDC’s COVID-19 Program for Cruise Ships is no longer in effect. New Guidance for Cruise ships on the Mitigation and Management of COVID-19 is available. For more information, please see the cruise travel Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

    Guidance for Cruise Ships on the Mitigation and Management of COVID-19
    Reporting Death or Illness on Ships
    Disease-specific Management of Ill Passengers/Crew
    Cruise Ship Travel During COVID-19
    Ship Crew Well-Being During COVID-19
    Page last reviewed: July 18, 2022
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