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Olive Garden in Deptford, NJ linked to Potential Hepatitis A Exposure
10 months ago •source gloucestercountynj.gov • business
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1500 Almonesson Road, Deptford, 08096 New Jersey, United States
The Gloucester County Department of Health is investigating a potential Hepatitis A exposure linked to Olive Garden, located at 1500 Almonesson Rd, Deptford, NJ. A food handler at this restaurant has been diagnosed with Hepatitis A and worked at the establishment on the following dates: December 26, 2023, through December 30, 2023.Working to secure patrons' safety, the Gloucester County Department of Health has partnered with Olive Garden to provide vaccinations for unvaccinated coworkers who may have been exposed to the virus. The inoculation remains the most effective preventive measure and can greatly minimize the impact if administered within two weeks of exposure.
Those who have been vaccinated against Hepatitis A are likely safe from contracting the virus. However, for those who remain unvaccinated, the risk persists, albeit at a significantly lower level. It is vital for these individuals to discuss vaccination with their health providers, especially if they have visited the affected establishment during the mentioned dates.
The Gloucester County Department of Health is operating hand in hand with the New Jersey Department of Health and Olive Garden to bolster public safety initiatives and prevent additional virus transmissions.
In case you experienced Hepatitis A symptoms such as fever, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dark-colored urine, and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin), it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source: www.gloucestercountynj.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx
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