2007 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Lettuce-based Salads, Washington
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred among patrons of a restaurant in Washington state. Lettuce-based salads were named as the vehicle of infection.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, lettuce, salad, washington, leafy+greens, produceOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Salad |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 128 |
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