2023 Outbreak of Norovirus Genogroup I at a Long-Term Care Facility, Illinois
In July 2023, public health officials in Illinois investigated a foodborne illness outbreak of norovirus genogroup I at a long-term care facility/nursing home/assisted living facility. Seventy-eight people were ill. Two people were hospitalized. No one died.
The vehicle of transmission was not reported.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Residential Care Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Genogroup I |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 78 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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