2008 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Macaroni and Potato Salads, New York
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred in New York state, within a picnic, private home, and church and was linked to eating macaroni salad or potato salad.
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calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, pasta salad, potato salad, macaroni salad, vegetable saladOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | macaroni salad, Potato Salad |
| Location(s): | Picnic, Private Home, Church event |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 62 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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