2015 Outbreak of Norovirus Infections at Chipotle Mexican Grill, California
In August 2015 Ventura County Environmental Health and Ventura County Public Health Division staff investigated an outbreak of norovirus among patrons of a Chipotle restaurant located in the Simi Valley Towne Center. During the week of August 18, 2015 about 80 customers and 18 restaurant employees reported symptoms. Laboratory testing of patient specimens confirmed the presence of Norovirus. The restaurant closed for thorough cleaning before reopening.
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norovirus, california, chipotle, simi+valley, ventura+countyOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2015 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Brand name(s): | Chipotle Mexican Grill |
| Molecular test results: | no |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 98 |
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Sources & documents
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