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Two rotavirus outbreaks caused by genotype G2P[4] at large retirement communities: cohort studies.
Annals of internal medicine - 6 Nov 2012
Cardemil Cristina V, Cortese Margaret M, Medina-Marino Andrew, Jasuja Supriya, Desai Rishi, Leung Jessica, Rodriguez-Hart Cristina, Villarruel Gissela, Howland Julia, Quaye Osbourne, Tam Ka Ian, Bowen Michael D, Parashar Umesh D, Gerber Susan I
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Outbreaks of rotavirus gastroenteritis in elderly adults are reported infrequently but are often caused by G2P[4] strains. In 2011, outbreaks were reported in 2 Illinois retirement facilities. OBJECTIVE: To implement control measures, determine the extent and severity of illness, and assess risk factors for disease among residents and employees. DESIGN: Cohort studies using surveys and medical chart...
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