2012 Outbreak of Norovirus at George Mason University, Virginia
Approximately 40 students participating in a program sponsored by the Congressional Award Foundation became ill with norovirus during their stay at George Mason University located in Fairfax, Virginia. Illness onsets began on Thursday, June 21. More than 15 students were hospitalized and treated for dehydration. All of the ill students were staying at Piedmont Hall at the university.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, norovirus, george+mason+universityOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 2012 |
|---|---|
| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | VA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | University Residence Hall |
| Brand name(s): | George Mason University |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 40 |
|---|---|
| Number hospitalized: | 15 |
Sources & documents
| Outbreak documents | ||
|---|---|---|