2017 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Raw Oysters at Taylor Shellfish, Seattle, Washington

In January 2017 Public Health Seattle King County (PHSKC) investigated a cluster of norovirus-like illness associated with consuming raw oysters. On January 4, 2017 four people in the same meal party consumed raw oysters at Taylor Shellfish located at 124 Republican Street in Seattle. Two males and two females became ill 20-29 hours later with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache and body aches. As part of the public health investigation, PHSKC Environmental Health inspectors conducted an on-site visit to the restaurant. The investigation of the restaurant did not identify any issues that would increase risk for norovirus.

Overview

Outbreak began:January 2017
Affected country:US
States/territories:WA
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Oysters
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):Taylor Shellfish
Molecular test results:no

Health impact

Total ill:4

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents