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Photo Story: Crew members onboard Costa Atlantica test positive

The cruise ship 'Costa Atlantica' is seen docked at a port in Nagasaki, southwestern Japan, 22 April 2020. EPA-EFE/JIJI PRESS

At least 34 crew members have tested positive for coronavirus on a cruise ship docked in Japan for maintenance.

The outbreak onboard the Italian-operated Costa Atlantica adds to concerns about testing and hospital capacity in Nagasaki, where only 102 beds are available.

Photo Via EPA-EFE/JIJI PRESS

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