2008 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Lettuce-based Salads, Illinois
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred among people who had eaten lettuce-based salads at a restaurant in Illinois.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, produce, leafy greens, lettuce, saladOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Salad |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 12 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |
| Number of deaths: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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