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  • 1 week ago | themanual.com | Amanda Teague

    Norovirus is making waves on cruise ships in 2025, with a sharp rise in outbreaks reported so far this year. As of early May, 16 outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness on cruise ships have met the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) threshold for public notification. Alarmingly, 12 of those outbreaks were caused by norovirus, the highly contagious virus known for its rapid spread and harsh symptoms.

  • 1 week ago | flipboard.com | Amanda Teague

    2 days agoNEED TO KNOW Bella Ramsey shared what it’s like to live with emetophobia, or fear of vomit, and shared how it kept them housebound for months as a teen• The star of The Last of Us said it’s a “really intense fear” during a May 5 appearance on The Louis Theroux Podcast• They overcame it through …

  • 1 week ago | themanual.com | Amanda Teague

    The U.S. State Department has issued a renewed travel warning for Indonesia, a country often favored by American tourists for its cultural heritage and island getaways like Bali. While many areas remain open to travelers, officials are now urging Americans to avoid certain regions altogether due to escalating violence and political unrest. The advisory specifically highlights Central Papua (Papua Tengah) and Highland Papua (Papua Pegunungan) as no-go zones.

  • 1 week ago | flipboard.com | Amanda Teague

    4 hours agoSpray shoes with permethrin, an insecticide, once a month, says public health entomologist Thomas Mather, who goes by the nickname “The Tick Guy." There are a number of steps you can take to protect yourself from ticks when you are in nature, but there is one you should take: Spray your footwear …

  • 1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Amanda Teague |Kaitlin Milligan

    As your dream cruise comes to an end, the last thing you want is a chaotic disembarkation filled with forgotten items, unexpected fees, and missed opportunities. Stepping off the ship smoothly is just as important as boarding it — especially if you want to save money on travel and avoid unnecessary stress. A bit of preparation can go a long way in making the final hours of your trip as enjoyable as the first.

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