2004 Outbreak of Norovirus at a Goshen County Restaurant, Wyoming

A cluster of gastrointestinal illness was associated with eating at a restaurant in Goshen County, Wyoming. At least three employees worked while having gastroenteritis. The investigation and subsequent analysis of data did not implicate any one food vehicle as responsible for the outbreak. Multiple means of transmission seemed likely, including person-to-person spread, environmental contamination, or food/water contamination.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2004
Affected country:US
States/territories:WY
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Ill foodhandler
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:39

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