"Concerns Rise as Hawaii Reports 5 Cases of Whooping Cough, Including Hospitalized Child"

Recent outbreaks of whooping cough and norovirus in Hawaii, including cases on a cruise ship and among visitors, have raised concerns about travel-related diseases. The Hawaii State Department of Health is coordinating with the CDC to notify travelers who may have been exposed. Whooping cough is highly contagious and poses a risk to both travelers and the places they visit, especially in young children. Prevention through vaccination is recommended, and awareness of potential health risks while traveling is crucial. The CDC is investigating a norovirus outbreak on the Queen Victoria cruise ship, which had nearly 3,000 passengers and crew members on board.