2021 Outbreak of Norovirus Associated with a Caterer, Louisiana
In March 2021, Louisiana public health officials investigated a confirmed outbreak of norovirus, GII.P16-GII.2 associated with catered food. Twenty-two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The specific food vehicle of transmission was not reported.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | March 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | LA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Catered Event |
| Molecular test results: | GII.P16-GII.2 |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 22 |
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