2008 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Appetizers and Fruit Salad, Colorado

A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred among people who had eaten pinwheels or fruit salad while at a private home in Colorado. Pinwheels are rolled up appetizers, or sandwich type items, made with flat bread(such as tortillas) and filled with meats, and cheese. Often cream cheese is used as a filling. The specific ingredients for the implicated menu items were not described.

Overview

Outbreak began:April 2008
Affected country:US
States/territories:CO
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Fruit
Location(s):Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:17

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