2008 Outbreak of Hepatitis A Linked to Romaine Lettuce, California
A confirmed outbreak of Hepatitis A was linked to eating romaine lettuce in California. The exposure locations were described as restaurant or "other."
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hav, hep+a, california, lettuce, romaine, leafy+greens, produceOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Hepatitis A |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Restaurant, Other |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 22 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
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