2001 Outbreak of Viral Meningitis at a Summer Camp, Alaska
An outbreak of viral meningitis was associated with attending a camp in remote area of Alaska. High fecal coliforms were found in the camp's tap water. Water contamination, crowded living conditions, and poor sanitary conditions at the camp likely led to this outbreak.
Tags:
echovirus+18, viral+meningitis, camp, drinking waterOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2001 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | AK |
| Pathogen: | Viral Meningitis |
| Vehicle(s): | Water, person-to-persson |
| Location(s): | Camp |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 80 |
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