2012 Outbreak of Norovirus Among Swimmers at Lake Wazee, Wisconsin
In July 2012 the Jackson County Health Department in collaboration with Jackson County Forestry and Parks investigated an outbreak of norovirus among persons who swam at Lake Wazee Beach on July 4. One hundred twenty five outbreak cases were identified. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
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calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, norovirus, lake+wazee, recreational+water, swimming, wisconsinOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2012 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WI |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Recreational Water |
| Location(s): | Lake |
| Brand name(s): | Lake Wazee |
| Molecular test results: | G1.3;; |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 125 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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