Norovirus

Over a Dozen Sick with Norovirus in New Orleans From Contaminated Oysters

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 18, 2025

At least 15 people have fallen ill with norovirus in New Orleans from contaminated oysters, says the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. An area near the Chandeleur Sound has been shut down for at least three weeks. Additional cases… read more

Norovirus Season Is in Full Swing! Tips to Stay Safe and Avoid the Stomach Bug!

Norovirus,Our Blog | January 7, 2025

Norovirus season is here. And it has friends! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking a nationwide “quad-demic,” when you add norovirus outbreaks to seasonal flu, COVID, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Most people understand how to… read more

Denver United Airlines Employees Fell Sick After Eating Holiday Meal. What Does This Mean for Passengers?

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 5, 2025

Denver United Airlines employees participating in a holiday party fell sick. Experts suspect norovirus was the cause of their gastrointestinal illnesses. To complicate things further, a strict holiday leave policy may have put passengers at risk for this highly contagious… read more

FDA Announces Advisory for Norovirus in Pickering Passage Shellfish in Washington State

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 20, 2024

  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an announcement for norovirus in Pickering Passage Shellfish for the state of Washington. This alert advises restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell certain oysters and Manila clams from the… read more

State and Local Health Departments Are Investigating Norovirus at Faccia Luna After At Least 40 People Fall Sick

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 8, 2024

An outbreak of Norovirus at Faccia Luna pizzeria and Italian restaurant that sickened at least 40 people prompted both state and local health department investigations. The Pennsylvania Department of Health via the Department of Agriculture and the State College Health… read more

King County Announces Norovirus Outbreak at Kirkland McDonald’s is Over

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 15, 2024

Seattle’s King County announces norovirus outbreak at Kirkland McDonald’s is over. I’ll take a cheeseburger and a side of norovirus. Said no one. Ever! But that could be what happened for some patrons at a certain Kirkland, Washington McDonald’s restaurant…. read more

7 Sick So Far in Norovirus Outbreak at Stoneburner Restaurant! Sick Employees to Blame?

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

Public Health Seattle & King County are investigating a norovirus outbreak at Stoneburner Restaurant potentially linked to sick employees. Norovirus is a highly contagious diarrheal illness easily spread from food workers to restaurant patrons. From there it can make its… read more

Norovirus Outbreak Associated with Sammamish Café & Spirits

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | August 9, 2024

King County Public Health is investigating a norovirus outbreak associated with local restaurant, Sammamish Café & Spirits after six cases have been reported. Norovirus is a highly contagious illness easily spread to food and other surfaces and is the leading… read more

Dozens of Cruise Passengers Sick with Norovirus Arrive at Houston Airport

Norovirus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 4, 2024

The Houston Fire Department was called to Terminal C to greet dozens of cruise passengers sick with norovirus as they arrived at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport with flu-like symptoms. Cruise Passengers Sick with Norovirus Cruise goers and flight travelers returned… read more

Incubation Period for Norovirus

Norovirus | February 23, 2024

The incubation period for norovirus is relatively short compared to other gastrointestinal viruses, typically ranging from 12 to 48 hours after exposure. However, it can vary, and some individuals may start experiencing symptoms as early as 12 hours after exposure,… read more