Tag: maritime health

As Panama confirmed of its first coronavirus case, Wayne Stubbs, one sea port representative, ensured that the Panama City Port is safe given that the biggest concern for the time being is cruise ships. He added that although the biggest concern for the shipping industry is cruise ships, it's a situation Panama does not have to deal with.

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) confirm that the Singapore-based Costa Fortuna will arrive at Singapore, as one of the scheduled calls made by cruise ships at the terminals.

During hold-cleaning operations, the crew were using a ladder and a high-pressure water jet to remove cargo residue from the sloping upper hopper bulkhead. The crew member on the ladder lost his balance and fell backwards on to the tank top, striking his head. 

Following the ongoing COVID-19 situation, 21 people onboard "Grand Princess" cruise ship have been infected by the virus. Several days ago, the cruise vessel's passengers were inside their cabins, waiting for the tests results.

The feeling of unknown and the discussions around the rapid spread of the COVID-19 have a huge impact on the health and psychology of people, who are concerned about themselves and their loved ones. Thus, to deal with the stress arising from the coronavirus issue, it is advisable to follow the tips below.

The COVID-19 outbreak is worrying people around the globe resulting to assumptions and myths. Therefore, the World Health Organization published seven myths around the outbreak, providing an explanation of why these assumptions are not real and what are the steps to follow to be safe.

The Egyptian Health Ministry and the World Health Organization announced that officials identified 12 asymptomatic cases of COVID-19 amongst passengers aboard a cruise ship on the Nile River. It is reported that a former passenger from the vessel, a Taiwanese national with dual US citizenship, was positively tested for COVID-19 after returning home, prompting tests of those currently onboard.

Following the COVID-19 outbreak, during a discussion with U.S. Vice President Mike Pence and Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) informed that will force more strict procedures onboard, while put medical resources and screening temperatures within embarkation.

In light of the increased cases the US has to deal with, it is reported that the US is discussing about ways to discourage US travellers from taking cruises, as part of Trump's administration efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Following the coronavirus situation, The Shipowners Club issued five tips in order members avoid the spread of the disease. At the same time, the Club recommends all members to stay advised concerning the outbreak by following the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisories.