Molecular detection and characterization of norovirus in asymptomatic food handlers in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

In conclusion, our data indicated that the patient was infected with GII.3 NoV and the virus was not directly transmitted to the patient by asymptomatic food handlers instead it might be transmitted by consumption of NoV-contaminated food provided by the restaurant. In addition, the existence of NoV in asymptomatic food handlers could be a potential source of NoV transmission. Therefore, strict adherence to hand hygiene practices should be reinforced to prevent foodborne outbreaks. PMID: 33465494 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Infection, Genetics and Evolution - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Tags: Infect Genet Evol Source Type: research