2006 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Lettuce Based Salads, Michigan
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred in Michigan. The exposure locations were restaurant and private home. The vehicle of infection was lettuce-based salad.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, produce, lettuce, salad, lettuce based saladOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MI |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Private Home, Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 108 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
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