FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Karen Landers, M.D., F.A.A.P.
(256) 246-1714
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) continues investigating an outbreak associated with a multistate college baseball tournament last week in Montgomery. Norovirus has been detected in three individuals associated with the outbreak.
"Based on the symptoms reported, norovirus is the likely causative agent at this time, although more testing is expected," Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mary McIntyre said. "The investigation is still ongoing to determine how the illness was introduced and spread. We are expecting more survey responses and are analyzing data; however, it is too early to draw conclusions about the source of the outbreak."
An estimated 25-30 individuals experienced gastrointestinal illness that included nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cramping and lethargy. Some individuals were treated at area emergency rooms. Listed here are specific control measures to stop the spread of norovirus:
ADPH is in close communication with the City of Montgomery and will provide updates as additional information is available.