A disturbing incident on a United Airlines flight from Vancouver to Houston occurred when nearly 25 passengers of United Airlines reported nausea and gastrointestinal problems. The officials are yet to determine what caused the illness; however, they are investigating whether the symptoms could relate back to a cruise taken by the passengers before flying.
United Airlines Passengers Sick: Investigation Underway
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched an investigation into the matter and is currently working with United Airlines to determine what caused the condition that made United Airlines passengers sick. The CDC says that the majority of United Airlines passengers who fell ill reported mild symptoms, with no fever reported either in flight or at landing.
Precautions Taken
Precautionary measures included deep cleaning and disinfection of the aircraft to prevent any possible spread among United Airlines passengers who are sick. United Airlines refused to comment on what exact actions are being done but calmed passengers, saying that when it comes to matters regarding safety and health, they are precautionary.
United Airlines Passengers Sick: Passenger Concerns
The incident has put pressure on the passengers of the airline concerning the safety and hygiene procedures it follows. Recently, passengers traveling by United Airlines have expressed concerns over falling ill by the diseases spread from one person to another on the plane flight. And the authorities are taking a step to meet those fears.
United Airlines Passengers Sick: Ongoing Investigation
The situation is still being monitored, and updates will be made available when more information becomes available. An investigation into what caused passengers to fall ill on board United Airlines is going on in efforts to establish an immediate cause.
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