Pittsburgh Airport Marriott, Aten Road, Coraopolis, PA linked to Outbreak
2 years ago •source pittsburgh.cbslocal.com • business
Outbreak
777 Aten Road, Coraopolis, 15108 Pennsylvania, United States
The Allegheny County Health Department confirmed to Pittsburg CBS (KDKA) it is investigating reports of gastrointestinal illnesses after three large events held at the facility on April 2 and April 3. Norovirus is suspected.The first event affected was a bridal shower that was held at the hotel Saturday afternoon. The family told KDKA 70 people were sickened about 36 hours after being at the hotel. Later Saturday night, a wedding was held there, hosts said of the 155 people in attendance, 80 have reported an illness so far. People who attended a football banquet the next day had the same experience.
The health department’s food safety program completed an investigation at the facility and continues to work with the epidemiology program as part of an ongoing investigation into the illnesses.
If you are experiencing norovirus like symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramping, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source: pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2022/04/08/200-people-sickened-coraopolis-marriott-hotel/ | Symptoms: Vomiting
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