Gastro Outbreak linked to a wedding reception at The Park Melbourne, Albert Park
1 year ago •source dailymail.co.uk • business
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36 Lakeside Drive, Melbourne, 3206 Victoria, Australia
Update September 21, 20232 gastro outbreaks at The Park Melbourne, Albert Park have affected more than 140 individuals. In addition to a wedding, a conference hosted by the Australia and New Zealand Burns Association last week at The Park Melbourne has been impacted.
Health officials continue investigating the cause, with at least 70 reported cases from each event. The exact source of the illness is still unknown, and authorities are collaborating with the Port Phillip Council and the South East Public Health Unit to investigate and implement infection prevention measures.
Source: www.abc.net.au/news/2023-09-21/melbourne-gastro-outbreak-victoria-department-of-health-update/102886026
September 19, 2023
The Victoria's Department of Health and the Port Phillip Council are investigating a gastroenteritis outbreak linked to a wedding reception at The Park Melbourne, Albert Park, which took place on September 16. More than half of the 300 attendees at a wedding reception were affected by this outbreak. The source of the outbreak is still under investigation, but the Department of Health said the incident was not linked to the ongoing cluster of listeria cases in the state.
Several severely impacted guests were transported to Sunshine and Royal Melbourne hospitals for urgent medical attention. 2 individuals were healthy enough for hospital discharge by Tuesday. As investigations continue, concerned guests are urged to monitor their health.
A "precautionary deep clean" of the venue has been initiated, with the approval of Port Phillip Council.
In case you experience vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12534249/Albert-Park-wedding-gastro-outbreak-Melbourne.html