2017 Outbreak of Norovirus, Yakima, Washington
In July 2017 Yakima County Health District officials investigated an outbreak of suspected norovirus among 9 people who ate at a fast-food restaurant on July 16 or July 17. Two people saw a health care provider. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The median incubation period was 34.5 hours (range, 13 to 47 hours). All 9 ill people reported vomiting and diarrhea. There were at least 2 ill food workers.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2017 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | no |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 9 |
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Sources & documents
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