Norovirus sickens 56 at 4 Seattle-area restaurants

An outbreak of norovirus that affected 56 people was investigated this week at four area restaurants by Public Health – Seattle & King County.

There were no hospitalizations or deaths.

The contagious virus is spread by an infected person, contaminated food or water, or by touching contaminated surfaces. It can lead to stomach pain, nausea and diarrhea and vomiting.

At Anthony’s HomePort in Des Moines, since May 13, the agency says 15 people from two separate meal parties became ill,

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