2021 Outbreak of Norovirus Genogroup II at a Restaurant, Florida
In April 2021, Florida public health officials investigated an outbreak of confirmed norovirus associated with a restaurant. Six people were sickened. Two people were hospitalized. No one died. Salad containing iceberg lettuce and romaine lettuce was the implicated food vehicle of transmission.
Tags:
salad, leafy greens, romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuceOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Genogroup II |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 6 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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