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
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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