2008 Outbreak of Norovirus Linked to Cake, Wisconsin
A confirmed outbreak of Norovirus occurred among people who had eaten chocolate cake at a restaurant or at a wedding reception in Wisconsin.
Tags:
calicivirus, norwalk+virus, nlv, norwalk-like+virus, chocolate cake, dessertOverview
| Outbreak began: | December 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WI |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Cake |
| Location(s): | Wedding Reception, Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 14 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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