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Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
Coronavirus

'California is buzzing with norovirus,' expert says. What to know about stomach flu spread

Norovirus is on the rise in the United States, especially during late fall, winter, and early spring.
Norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea in the U.S., easily spread and impacting all age groups. [ more ]
Eater LA
3 months ago
LA food

Oyster Sales Plummet at LA Restaurants Amid Unclear Guidance From Health Officials

A norovirus outbreak in Southern California has been linked to the consumption of raw oysters, leading to a drop in oyster consumption at local restaurants.
The infected oysters are connected to farms in Mexico, specifically in the Gulf of California, Baja Peninsula, Sonora, and other locations. [ more ]
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Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
Health

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
Health

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
Health

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
Health

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak in California. Here's what to know

Imported raw oysters served at restaurants in Southern California have caused dozens of cases of norovirus.
Noroviruses, also known as the stomach flu, can cause diarrhea, cramps, and vomiting.
Officials have warned restaurants to be cautious when serving raw oysters due to the potential risk of foodborne illness. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
Health

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak in California. Here's what to know

Imported raw oysters served at restaurants in Southern California have caused dozens of cases of norovirus.
Noroviruses, also known as the stomach flu, can cause diarrhea, cramps, and vomiting.
Officials have warned restaurants to be cautious when serving raw oysters due to the potential risk of foodborne illness. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
Health

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak in California. Here's what to know

Imported raw oysters served at restaurants in Southern California have caused dozens of cases of norovirus.
Noroviruses, also known as the stomach flu, can cause diarrhea, cramps, and vomiting.
Officials have warned restaurants to be cautious when serving raw oysters due to the potential risk of foodborne illness. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Raw oysters have sickened diners across Southern California. Take caution, officials warn

Public health officials in Southern California are warning consumers about the potential health risks of consuming raw oysters due to a potential norovirus contamination.
San Diego and Los Angeles counties have reported cases of norovirus illnesses that may be linked to imported shellfish harvested in Mexico.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has advised restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell oysters distributed by Sociedad Acuicola GolPac that were potentially contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Raw oysters have sickened diners across Southern California. Take caution, officials warn

Public health officials in Southern California are warning consumers about the potential health risks of consuming raw oysters due to a potential norovirus contamination.
San Diego and Los Angeles counties have reported cases of norovirus illnesses that may be linked to imported shellfish harvested in Mexico.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has advised restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell oysters distributed by Sociedad Acuicola GolPac that were potentially contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
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time.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Here Are the Viruses to Worry About Right Now

WastewaterSCAN data shows rising viruses like norovirus and influenza across U.S.
Wastewater surveillance provides real-time information on community health. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Flu and norovirus cases hit new winter high in England

The number of people in hospital with flu and norovirus has reached a new high in England.
The number of hospitalizations for Covid has slightly decreased and rates are broadly stable. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Education

Gastrointestinal disease explodes in Ala. elementary school; 773 kids out

773 students were absent at Fairhope West Elementary School due to a gastrointestinal outbreak.
Health officials suspect the outbreak may be norovirus due to symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Public health

Norovirus Cases Rise in the U.S.

Norovirus is highly contagious and causes unpleasant symptoms like nausea, vomiting, body aches, and diarrhea.
The virus can lead to serious illness, especially in young children and older adults, possibly resulting in hospitalization or death. [ more ]
New York City, NY Patch
2 months ago
Public health

Nasty Stomach Bug Cases Heave Upward In NYC, Northeast: CDC

Norovirus cases spiking in New York City and the Northeast
Norovirus symptoms, transmission, and impact outlined in the article [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
Public health

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
Public health

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak in California. Here's what to know

Imported raw oysters served at restaurants in Southern California have caused dozens of cases of norovirus.
Noroviruses, also known as the stomach flu, can cause diarrhea, cramps, and vomiting.
Officials have warned restaurants to be cautious when serving raw oysters due to the potential risk of foodborne illness. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Public health

'$1 Burrito event' for Northwestern University students linked to highly contagious norovirus outbreak

An investigation is underway regarding a norovirus outbreak linked to a $1-burrito event for Northwestern University students.
Students reported experiencing symptoms such as stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after consuming food from the event.
The restaurant is cooperating with the health department's investigation and taking measures to address the situation. [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
5 months ago
Public health

Florida's COVID cases may be low this Thanksgiving, but a different miserable virus is spreading

COVID levels in Florida are at their lowest point this year
Norovirus outbreaks are increasing in the Southeast [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak in California. Here's what to know

Imported raw oysters served at restaurants in Southern California have caused dozens of cases of norovirus.
Noroviruses, also known as the stomach flu, can cause diarrhea, cramps, and vomiting.
Officials have warned restaurants to be cautious when serving raw oysters due to the potential risk of foodborne illness. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
LA food

Raw oysters have sickened diners across Southern California. Take caution, officials warn

Public health officials in Southern California are warning consumers about the potential health risks of consuming raw oysters due to a potential norovirus contamination.
San Diego and Los Angeles counties have reported cases of norovirus illnesses that may be linked to imported shellfish harvested in Mexico.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has advised restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell oysters distributed by Sociedad Acuicola GolPac that were potentially contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
5 months ago
Public health

Florida's COVID cases may be low this Thanksgiving, but a different miserable virus is spreading

COVID levels in Florida are at their lowest point this year
Norovirus outbreaks are increasing in the Southeast [ more ]
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