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Effects and clinical significance of GII.4 Sydney norovirus, United States, 2012-2013.
Emerging infectious diseases - 1 Aug 2013
Leshem Eyal, Wikswo Mary, Barclay Leslie, Brandt Eric, Storm William, Salehi Ellen, DeSalvo Traci, Davis Tim, Saupe Amy, Dobbins Ginette, Booth Hillary A, Biggs Christianne, Garman Katie, Woron Amy M, Parashar Umesh D, Vinjé Jan, Hall Aron J
Abstract excerpt
During 2012, global detection of a new norovirus (NoV) strain, GII.4 Sydney, raised concerns about its potential effect in the United States. We analyzed data from NoV outbreaks in 5 states and emergency department visits for gastrointestinal illness in 1 state during the 2012-13 season and compared the data with those of previous seasons. During August 2012-April 2013, a total of 637 NoV outbreaks were reported...
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