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Emergence of new norovirus variants on spring cruise ships and prediction of winter epidemics.
Emerging infectious diseases - 1 Feb 2008
Verhoef Linda, Depoortere Evelyn, Boxman Ingeborg, Duizer Erwin, van Duynhoven Yvonne, Harris John, Johnsen Christina, Kroneman Annelies, Le Guyader Soizick, Lim Wilina, Maunula Leena, Meldal Hege, Ratcliff Rod, Reuter Gábor, Schreier Eckart, Siebenga Joukje, Vainio Kirsti, Varela Carmen, Vennema Harry, Koopmans Marion
Abstract excerpt
In June 2006, reported outbreaks of norovirus on cruise ships suddenly increased; 43 outbreaks occurred on 13 vessels. All outbreaks investigated manifested person-to-person transmission. Detection of a point source was impossible because of limited investigation of initial outbreaks and data sha...
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