2012 Outbreak of Norovirus at Margarita's Restaurant, Holland, Michigan

About 200 people reported becoming ill in late July 2012 as a result of eating at Margarita's Restaurant located at 495 West 17th Street in Holland, Michigan. The Michigan Department of Community Health Bureau of Laboratory Services isolated norovirus in samples. The restaurant was closed for thorough cleaning. It reopened in early August.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2012
Affected country:US
States/territories:MI
Pathogen:Norovirus
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):Margarita's Restaurant
Molecular test results:GII.6

Health impact

Total ill:244

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents