2006 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Salads, Florida
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred among people who had eaten salads at a restaurant in Florida. Persons who ate salad or lettuce were 63 times more likely to become ill than those who did not eat salad or lettuce.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, produce, lettuce, salad, lettuce based saladOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 18 |
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