Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii, has second outbreak of norovirus

Two weeks ago, an outbreak of norovirus at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel resulted in 100 guests becoming ill with gastro-intestinal infections. Although the kitchen that was felt to be the source of the outbreak was closed for several days of cleaning, there is now a second outbreak of the disease.

Travellers can reduce the risk of exposure to norovirus by taking all necessary precautions to avoid contaminated food and water. Travellers should be aware that this group of viruses may persist for some time on inanimate objects such as banisters, door knobs and other surfaces touched by ill persons. Good personal hygiene, especially hand washing, helps to reduce the risk of exposure and infection.