1986 Outbreak of Norovirus at a Restaurant, New York
An outbreak of gastroenteritis occurred among people who ate at an unnamed restaurant during one week in June. Norovirus was confirmend in the stool and blood of ill patrons and employees.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, ill foodhandlerOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 1986 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 350 |
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Sources & documents
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