2023 Outbreak of Norovirus Associated with Papaya Salad, Washington

In October 2023, Snohomish County Health District officials investigated an outbreak of norovirus associated with multi-ingredient, ready-to-eat papaya salad served at a restaurant. Two people were ill. Neither was hospitalized. No one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:October 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:WA
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):papaya salad
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:2

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