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November 18, 2021 - Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver caused by the Hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAV infections are often asymptomatic but when symptoms occur, infected persons might feel as though they caught the flu. Jaundice is the most common symptom associated with HAV infection. Learn more.
Diagnosis: Hepatitis A
The Camden County Health Department is investigating a possible hepatitis A exposure after having been notified by a health care provider that a food handler employed at a Starbucks at 1490 Blackwood Clementon Road in Gloucester Township tested positive for hepatitis A and worked through the infectious... See More period.
The Department of Health recommends those who have visited the Starbucks located on 1490 Blackwood Clementon Road in Gloucester Township on Nov. 4,5,6, 11, 12 and 13 to have the hepatitis A vaccine and/or immune globulin that can reduce the risk of acquiring the disease. Individuals should receive the vaccine as soon as possible but no later than 14 days after contact.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: camdencounty.com
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Vancouver Coastal Health announced a Hepatitis A exposure linked to Splitz Grill located on Main Street in Whistler.
The health authority informed that the risk of transmission remains low, anyone who consumed food at the establishment on October 9 between noon and 6 pm and who is... See More not protected against hepatitis A should get immunized against the virus.
Vancouver Coastal Health will hold a Hepatitis A vaccination clinic at the Whistler Community Health Centre to ensure anyone who may have been exposed has the opportunity to get immunized. The clinic will operate on a walk-in basis.
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Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts are currently investigating nine cases of hepatitis A linked to 3 Famous Anthony Restaurants in Roanoke, VA (4913 Grandin Road, 6499 Williamson Road, and 2221 Crystal Spring Ave). An employee who worked at the previously mentioned Famous Anthony’s locations has been... See More diagnosed with hepatitis. The leadership team at Famous Anthony’s has been assisting, and is fully cooperating, with the investigation. There is NO current threat now at these locations.
The RCAHD is alerting anyone who visited any of these three Famous Anthony’s locations from August 10 through 26 only, may have been exposed.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: facebook.com
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is collaborating with provincial public health partners, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Health Canada to investigate an outbreak of Hepatitis A with likely source linked to frozen mangoes. The outbreak appears to be ongoing, as recent illnesses continue... See More to be reported to PHAC.
As of July 31, 2021, 3 laboratory-confirmed cases of Hepatitis A illness have been reported from 2 provinces (Québec and Nova Scotia). No hospitalizations or deaths have been reported. Illnesses started on dates ranging from late March 2021 and mid-June 2021.
On July 30, the CFIA announced a recall of various frozen mangoes by Nature's Touch Frozen Food Inc. due to possible Hepatitis A contamination.
The recalled products are:
- Nature's Touch Mangoes (frozen) 2 kg, UPC: 8 73668 00180 7, Best Before 2022 NO 09
- Compliments Mango Mania (frozen) 600 g, UPC: 0 55742 50430 9, Best Before 2022 NO 10 and 2022 DE 18
- Irresistibles Mango Chunks (frozen) 600 g, UPC: 0 59749 87600 1, Best Before 2022 NO 10
- President's Choice Mango Chunks (frozen) 600 g, UPC: 0 60383 99387 0, Best Before 2022 NO 06 and 2022 NO 10
These products were distributed in Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Possibly National.
PHAC advises in this case:
- If you have recalled frozen mangoes in your home, do not eat them.
- if you suspect you have been exposed to recalled products, or have symptoms consistent for Hepatitis A, see your health care provider immediately. Vaccination can prevent the onset of symptoms if given within 14 days of exposure.
- If you are unsure whether a frozen mango product you have in your home is part of the food recall warning, do not consume it. Secure the product in a plastic bag, throw it out and wash your hands with warm soapy water.
- If you order food and drinks containing frozen mangoes at a restaurant or food establishment, ask the staff whether the mangoes are part of the food recall warning. If they are, or if they don't know, don't eat or drink these food products.
- Wash and sanitize any drawers or shelves in fridge and freezer areas where recalled products were stored.
- Wash your hands before and after preparing or eating food, and after using the washroom or changing diapers.
- If you have been diagnosed with Hepatitis A, do not prepare or serve food and drinks to others.
- If you have been exposed to Hepatitis A, it is possible to spread the virus to other people before you experience any symptoms.
For more outbreak and recall details please check: canada.ca and inspection.canada.ca
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The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), in cooperation with Huddle House in Hamilton, is warning anyone who consumed food, whether dine-in, pickup, or delivery at Huddle House, located at 210 River Road, Hamilton, Alabama, between the dates of July 9 through July 21, 2021, that may... See More have been potentially exposed to hepatitis A, as they are investigating a food handler who is infected with hepatitis A virus. ADPH is suggesting to these customers that may need the hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin to reduce their chance of illness.
If you have eaten food prepared at Huddle House, located at 210 River Road, Hamilton, Alabama, between the dates of July 9 through July 21, 20211, contact your health care provider, pharmacy, or Marion County Health Department regarding getting the vaccine as soon as possible. You may also contact your local provider if you are uncertain about your past vaccine status.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: alabamapublichealth.gov
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The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), in cooperation with Applebee’s Restaurant in Montgomery, is warning anyone who consumed food, whether dine-in, pickup, or delivery at Applebee’s, located at 3195 Taylor Road in Montgomery, Ala., between the dates of July 8 through July 16, 2021 that may... See More have been potentially exposed to hepatitis A, as they are investigating a food handler who is infected with hepatitis A virus. ADPH is suggesting to these customers that may need the hepatitis A vaccine or immune globulin to reduce their chance of illness.
If you have eaten food prepared at Applebee’s, located at 3195 Taylor Road in Montgomery, Ala., between the dates of July 8 through July 16, 2021, contact your health care provider, pharmacy, or the Montgomery County Health Department regarding getting the vaccine as soon as possible. You may also contact your local provider if you are uncertain about your past vaccine status.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: alabamapublichealth.gov
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The Shelby County Health Department informed a case of hepatitis A has been diagnosed in an employee who recently handled food at Zayde’s Deli located at 6560 Poplar Avenue. This employee worked during a period of time when ill or infectious and potentially exposed customers to the... See More virus.
Exposure may have occurred in persons that consumed food or drink at Zayde’s Deli or consumed take-out meals from the restaurant between June 29th and July 7th, the health department advises them to receive a hepatitis A vaccination as soon as possible, as a preventative measure.
The Health Department is offering hepatitis A vaccination free of charge to those who may have been exposed at this restaurant.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: shelbytnhealth.com
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Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA) is warning about possible Hepatitis A exposure may have occurred in persons that bought and ate food from the Vinehaven Dr. Waffle House on June 20 between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m. or June 21 between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m, because they... See More are investigating a case of Hepatitis A in a worker from this place.
CHA advises that it’s extremely important that those who ate at the Waffle House on Vinehaven Dr. on June 20 or June 21, 2021, receive their vaccination as soon as possible. The time frame for the vaccine to be effective runs out within the next few days.
Those who have had a hepatitis A infection or hepatitis A vaccine are protected from the virus and do not need to take additional action. Most children receive hepatitis A as part of the recommended vaccine series.
The virus spreads when someone unknowingly ingests the virus, even in microscopic amounts, through close personal contact with an infected person or through eating contaminated food or drink. It most often spreads when proper hand washing is not practiced.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: cabarrushealth.org
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Hepatitis A outbreak in Gaston County
5 months ago
Gaston Gazette News published that Gaston County health officials informed about a spike in Hepatitis A cases that began with chronic drug users, but has now spread to a wider population. They have reported more than 120 cases this year, including 70 cases in the first three... See More months of the year, and more than 70% of the cases reported this year have required hospital intervention.
According to the news some of the Hepatitis A cases have been connected to food-related incidents, although health officials would not name the businesses involved. Also, County health officials have done outreach to provide Hepatitis A vaccines to high-risk groups, including drug rehabilitation centers.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: gastongazette.com
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The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) is warning anyone who purchased deli food items at the R&M IGA at 88 Washington Street in Eastport, Maine between May 3 to May 22 that may have been potentially exposed to hepatitis A, as they have... See More identified a case of acute hepatitis A virus infection from a food service worker who handled deli products while was infectious.
Maine CDC advises that deli food items purchased from this location on May 3-22 should be discarded or cooked thoroughly. Anyone who ate food prepared in the R&M IGA deli during the dates previously mentioned should receive the hepatitis A vaccine, as long they are within the 14 days of their potential exposure. Anyone who ate food prepared at or who worked at this establishment from May 3-12, 2021, is outside the window for which prophylaxis is recommended.
If you are experiencing Hepatitis A symptoms like fever, jaundice, nausea, clay-colored stool, dark urine, malaise, abdominal discomfort, or vomiting, it is important to report it. It can help to detect and resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Check for more details on: maine.gov
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