The Public Health Agency of Canada collaborated with federal and provincial public health partners, the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC), and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to investigate an outbreak of norovirus and
Norovirus Blog
The Most Common Foodborne Illness in the US
The Norovirus Blog, published by Marler Clark, Inc., PS, focuses on legal issues and public health concerns related to norovirus outbreaks and foodborne illnesses. It covers investigations, recalls, and litigation involving contaminated food products such as oysters and other shellfish linked to norovirus infections. The blog reports on outbreak responses by health departments and regulatory agencies, legal actions taken on behalf of affected individuals, and safety protocols to prevent virus spread. It serves as a resource for understanding the intersection of food safety law, public health advisories, and consumer protection in cases of norovirus contamination.
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The latest on the Norovirus Oyster Outbreak: 441 sick
By Bill Marler
About Norovirus: Norovirus is a highly contagious virus and can be spread easily from person-to-person, through contaminated surfaces, and by eating contaminated food, including raw or undercooked oysters. Symptoms of norovirus usually begin 12 to 48 hours after a person…
A bit of history on Marler Clark Norovirus Lawsuits
By Bill Marler
The Norovirus attorneys of Marler Clark have many years of experience working with clients on Norovirus outbreak lawsuits.
Noroviruses are estimated to cause 23 million cases of acute gastroenteritis (commonly called the “stomach flu”) in the U.S. each year, and…
The latest on the Canadian Oyster Norovirus Outbreak
By Bill Marler
Norovirus makes its way into the marine environment through untreated human sewage (poop) and vomit. This may come from leaky septic systems, faulty waste water treatment plants, boaters, or beach-goers. Shellfish are filter feeders, which means they filter seawater through their…
Canada Oysters linked to Norovirus Illnesses
By Bill Marler
Canada Area Norovirus Outbreak: As of March 30, 2022, there have been 279 cases of norovirus and gastrointestinal illness linked to consumption of B.C. oysters reported in the following provinces: B.C. (262), Alberta (1), Saskatchewan (1), and Ontario (15). Individuals…
Norovirus in Oysters in the Northwest
By Bill Marler
We’ve recently received multiple reports of people getting sick with norovirus-like illness (nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea) after eating raw oysters in restaurants. In just March alone, we’ve received reports of 13 people whose illnesses we believe are
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B.C. Oysters have Norovirus – 50 sickened
By Bill Marler
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is warning consumers to take steps to protect their health following an increase in cases of norovirus associated with consumption of raw B.C. oysters. Since Monday, March 14, more than 50 people have been affected with…
Norovirus and Rotavirus Outbreaks happening in Kearney, Nebraska
By Bill Marler
Two Rivers Public Health District is experiencing an increase of both norovirus and rotavirus cases in the district. In order to prevent the spread of both illnesses between people, Two Rivers strongly recommends taking the following actions:
• Washing hands…
Rock Wood Fired Pizza Norovirus Outbreak
By Bill Marler
Seattle-King County Public Health is investigating an outbreak of norovirus-like illness associated with vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and chills at Rock Wood Fired Pizza in Renton, WA.
No hospitalizations or deaths are associated with the 12-case outbreak. Rock Wood Fired…
Pittsburgh grade school closed for Norovirus
By Bill Marler
Pittsburgh Carmalt PreK-8 will be closed Monday for cleaning after an apparent norovirus outbreak among students and staff members.
Pittsburgh Public School District spokeswoman Ebony Pugh said the schools, located in the Brookline neighborhood, have been receiving a “high volume”…