A Royal Caribbean cruise ship docked in New Jersey has been quarantined over fears of coronavirus exposure
- Passengers on board a Royal Caribbean cruise ship docked in Bayonne, New Jersey, are being tested for coronavirus.
- At least a dozen Chinese nationals have been quarantined on the Anthem of the Seas, the New York Post reported.
- The ship is returning from the Bahamas and some travelers have complained of pulmonary issues.
- Royal Caribbean released a statement on Friday, saying that it is "participating in elevated levels of guest screening."
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Passengers onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship docked in Bayonne, New Jersey, are being tested for coronavirus, officials say.
At least a dozen Chinese nationals have been quarantined on the Anthem of the Seas, which is heading back from the Bahamas, and some travelers have complained of pulmonary issues, the New York Post reported.
The coronavirus originated in Wuhan, China, and has, as of Friday, affected over 31,000 people worldwide and killed over 630.
Royal Caribbean officials released a statement on Friday, saying that they are "participating in elevated levels of guest screening" to help control the virus, the Post said.
"We are closely monitoring developments regarding coronavirus and have rigorous medical protocols in place onboard our ships," the statement explained. "We continue to work in close consultation with the CDC, the WHO, and local health authorities to align with their guidance and ensure the health and wellbeing of our guests and crew."
As of Thursday, New York City had no confirmed cases of the coronavirus.
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