The Cabinmate Problem
Shared cabins are a common feature of crew life onboard, but they can create unexpected challenges when effective isolation is required for illness prevention.
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Where Public Health Meets the Maritime Industry
Why More Oversight Isn’t Improving Inspection Outcomes
Public health outcomes are determined less by the presence of oversight, and more by how effectively it is embedded into a company’s culture and daily operations.
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MHS Annual Review of Vessel Sanitation Program Inspections 2025
The MHS Annual Review of VSP Inspections 2025 highlights trends that provide a broader view of how cruise ship public health performance is evolving.
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Influenza at Sea: What Cruise Ships Can (and Can’t) Control
While influenza outbreaks cannot be fully prevented onboard, cruise lines can take measures that significantly influence their size and impact.
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Do Sneeze Guards Actually Work?
Sneeze guards provide a visible layer of protection, but their real-world value is often more limited than their perceived ability to prevent contamination.
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The PHO’s Guide to the Dark Arts of Public Health
Not all public health practices are as straightforward or evidence-based in practice as they appear in theory, especially when day-to-day pressures shape how they are interpreted and implemented.
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