2021 Outbreak of Confirmed Norovirus Associated with an Ill Foodhandler, Washington
In March 2021, Benton Franklin Health District staff investigated a confirmed outbreak of norovirus illnesses at a long term care facility. An ill food handler/worker/preparer was suspected as the source of the outbreak. Twenty-eight cases were identified.
Tags:
ill foodhandler, ill foodworker, barehand contact, Benton FranklinOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Ill foodhandler |
| Location(s): | Long Term Care Facility |
| Molecular test results: | GII.P16; GII.4 Sydney |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 28 |
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