Illinois Arby s restaurant linked to nearly 100 norovirus cases
By James Leggate
restaurant temporarily closed this week after nearly 100 people were sickened after eating there.
Local health officials said 92 cases of norovirus had been linked to the restaurant on Dirksen Parkway in Springfield, Illinois,
Norovirus causes stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhea, according to the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is very contagious and can be transmitted via direct contact with an infected person, by consuming contaminated food or water, or by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your mouth with unwashed hands.
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The restaurant shut on Monday for deep cleaning and employee training at the recommendation of Sangamon County health officials, the Journal-Register reported. Officials said the store’s management was taking it seriously.
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