2010 Outbreak of Norovirus at Country Springs Hotel Luncheons, Wisconsin

Norovirus was confirmed as the cause of at least two outbreaks of gastroenteritis among persons who gathered at the Country Springs Hotel for luncheons. At least 137 persons attending the Waukesha County Community Foundation charitable luncheon or the Women of Distinction Awards luncheon became ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2010
Affected country:US
States/territories:WI
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):Country Springs Hotel
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:137

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