2006 Outbreak of Norovirus at a Prison Linked to Salad, Colorado
A confirmed outbreak of norovirus occurred among people who had eaten green salad in a Colorado prison. Fifty cases were detected. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, prison, salad, produce, lettuce, correctional facilityOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CO |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Correctional Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 50 |
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