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British Columbia - Norovirus cases 2012

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Source: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2012/01/15/nb-bc-virus-outbreak.html

Virus outbreak hits B.C. student conference
Up to 60 people sick with suspected norovirus, say reports
CBC News
Posted: Jan 15, 2012 9:02 AM PT
Last Updated: Jan 15, 2012 11:03 AM PT

Dozens of people are isolated to their hotel rooms during a suspected outbreak of norovirus at a student journalism conference in Victoria.
People who fell ill during a student journalism conference at Victoria's Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites have been asked not to leave the hotel.People who fell ill during a student journalism conference at Victoria's Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites have been asked not to leave the hotel. (Google Streetview)

About 60 of the 360 people attending the Canadian University Press's annual NASH conference for student journalists are under voluntary quarantine Sunday at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites in downtown Victoria, delegate Emma Godmere told CBC News...
 
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Norovirus outbreak detains students in Victoria
About 75 students at conference infected in major outbreak at hotel​


By Derek Spalding, Times Colonist January 17, 2012 2:28 AM​

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Some of the delegates from a journalism conference in Victoria this weekend were not allowed to fly home Sunday or Monday because of a painful outbreak of norovirus that kept dozens isolated in their hotel rooms.​

About 75 of the 370 university students from across the country were infected as the virus quickly spread throughout the Canadian University Press national conference at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites late Saturday.

WestJet Airlines turned at least one passenger away at Victoria International Airport because he or she was still presenting symptoms.​

Other delegates called ahead to change their flight times based on advice from health officials.​

Both WestJet and Air Canada waved cancellation fees for the affected students, and the hotel allowed the sick a free night's stay as they waited for the virus to pass through their system.​


 
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January 16, 2012 <!-- January 16, 2012 -->

Norovirus infects some Hilltop House residents

Volunteers barred from seniors residential care facility until symptoms disappear


Rebecca Aldous
raldous@squamishchief.com

<!-- emailCloak Tuesday, 17-Jan-12 00:02:52 PST-->The norovirus has invaded the Squamish residential care home Hilltop House.

On Friday (Jan. 13), a few residents presented symptoms, such as gastroenteritis, caused by the virus. Staff stepped into action, separating the healthy from the ill and ramping up the cleaning schedule, Vancouver Coastal Health spokesperson Anna Marie D'Angelo told The Chief on Monday (Jan. 16).

Health authority officials plan to reassess the facility on Wednesday (Jan. 18), she said. Until then volunteers and new admissions will not be able to enter the premises. The residential centre must be norovirus-symptom-free for 96 hours before the outbreak can be deemed over, D'Angelo said.
?[Norovirus] is very contagious and you have to try and limit the number of visitors,? she said.

Within the Coastal Health region, D'Angelo said she was unaware of any other similar cases. However, the virus has popped up on Vancouver Island. On Sunday (Jan. 15), Vancouver Island Health Authority confirmed norovirus was the uninvited guest to a Canadian University Press national conference. More than 50 journalism students were thought to have been infected.

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http://www.squamishchief.com/articl...orovirus-infects-some-hilltop-house-residents
 
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Source: http://www.timescolonist.com/health/Number+norovirus+victims+jumps/6031944/story.html

Number of norovirus victims jumps to 165
By Derek Spalding, Times Colonist January 21, 2012 2:26 AM

The number of victims of a suspected norovirus outbreak at a Victoria hotel last weekend has climbed to 165.

Health officials say the toll is unusually high for the fast-spreading, painful illness.

So far, 147 delegates are believed to have contracted the virus that struck fast on Jan. 14, during the final night of a four-day university journalism conference at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites, and the final tally has yet to come...
 
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Norovirus breaks out at Surrey Memorial Hospital

CBC News

Posted: Feb 9, 2012 7:21 AM PT
Last Updated: Feb 9, 2012 7:21 AM PT

Staff at Surrey Memorial are trying to control an outbreak of Norovirus after the gastrointestinal illness was detected in three different units in recent days.

The Fraser Heath authority says the virus is now present in just one unit and those patients are quarantined. They are expected to release more details on Thursday morning.

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http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2012/02/09/bc-norovirus-surrey-hospital.html
 
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Surrey Memorial Hospital hit by seasonal norovirus​

By Larry Pynn, Vancouver Sun February 9, 2012 ​

METRO VANCOUVER - Twelve patients in three medical units have contracted norovirus at Surrey Memorial Hospital.​

A total of 96 patients are within those three units, and about 500 in total in the hospital.​

Roy Thorpe-Dorward, spokesman for the Fraser Health Authority, said Thursday that while it is not unusual for hospitals to encounter norovirus, a stomach flu, at this time of the year, it is obviously unwelcome for people who are already ill.​


 
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Soap and water best for norovirus​

UBC expert says sing two slow verses of Happy Birthday when washing hands​

By Pamela Fayerman and Scott Simpson, Vancouver Sun; Vancouver Sun February 18, 2012​

A Vancouver microbiologist was only half-joking when she urged delegates at an international science conference to wash their hands frequently to avoid getting norovirus, the highly infectious, contagious gastrointestinal bug.

"This conference could be a great route for it," Natalie Prystajecky quipped, referring to the fact that there are about 8,000 scientists and others attending the AAAS (American Association for the Advancement of Science) annual meeting at the Vancouver Convention Centre and it is, after all, the peak month for norovirus (gastroenteritis) transmission in the Northern Hemisphere.​

Prystajecky, who works at the BC Centre for Disease Control and in pathology and laboratory medicine at the University of BC, was one of four experts presenting at the symposium called Norovirus: The Modern Scourge of Food and Family. Noting that such outbreaks of the "winter vomiting bug" are a daily occurrence in January and February, she admitted in an interview that she even has a Google alert set up to tell her where and when there are reports of such outbreaks at any given moment.
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"January and February are typically the bad months," she said, noting that humidity and cooler temperatures are thought to be a factor in the spike. Last year, B.C. had 142 lab-confirmed outbreaks which likely affected thousands of people.
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Read more: http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Soap+water+best+norovirus/6174886/story.html#ixzz1mkXXn0VL​

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Norovirus making rounds in North Thompson

By North Thompson Star/Journal - Barriere Star Journal
Published: February 27, 2012 1:00 AM

Norovirus is making the rounds in the North Thompson Valley this winter.
Norovirus is a group of viruses that cause acute gastroenteritis, often called the stomach flu or winter vomiting disease.

This is not influenza or the flu, which is a respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. Every year there are outbreaks of norovirus in B.C. communities, and are common in nursing homes, daycare centres, and schools.

The symptoms, which show up within a day or two of being exposed, are an upset stomach and vomiting, often followed by cramping, chills, fever and diarrhea....
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http://www.starjournal.net/news/140348553.html
 
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Norovirus: It's That Time of Year


<TABLE cellSpacing=0><TBODY><TR><TD id=mainArea>March 2, 2012

VICTORIA ? Have you or your family members recently been ill with vomiting and diarrhea? Norovirus might be to blame! The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) is seeing an increase in Norovirus-like illness activity both in our facilities and in the community.


Currently five facilities have active outbreaks of Norovirus or Noro-like symptoms. The Saanich Peninsula Hospital and its extended care units are particularly affected. In all cases of facility outbreak, it is believed the illness was brought into the facility by a visitor or patient. VIHA is asking anyone with symptoms of Norovirus to not visit until they are feeling better. Facilities under active outbreak status are available online at: http://www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm.
Norovirus (sometimes called "stomach flu") is very contagious. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, abdominal pain and sometimes slight fever. The incubation period is 24-48 hours. The illness usually begins suddenly and lasts for one to three days. It is transmitted by direct or indirect contact from contaminated hands and surfaces or by droplets from an infected persons vomit - and it takes just a microgram of the organism to make you sick.
Always take time to wash your hands thoroughly - especially after using the toilet and before stepping up to the buffet line or potluck table. Use extra caution when preparing food for others.

To prevent the spread of the virus:
  • Wash your hands ? often!
  • If you?re sick ? stay home! And stay there for at least 48-hours after your last bout of vomiting or diarrhea. Please don?t visit people in hospital or residential care homes if you?re sick.
  • Disinfect with a bleach-based cleaning solution.
  • Do not prepare food for others if you are ill.
If you do get sick and you?re usually healthy, the virus can generally be managed at home with fluid replacement. If, however, you become severely dehydrated you should seek medical care. If you?re concerned about your symptoms, contact your doctor or HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 for help in determining the nature and urgency of your medical condition.
If you are planning to visit a resident or patient in a facility that has Norovirus, consider postponing your visit until the outbreak has been declared over. If you do visit, check with the facility and follow the necessary infection control procedures - especially hand washing.
Norovirus is not confined to institutional settings and can be transmitted at home, the workplace or at social gatherings. Thorough hand washing with soap and warm running water is the most effective way to prevent the spread of this virus.
For more information about Norovirus, visit:
http://www.viha.ca/about_viha/news/news_releases/psa_noro_2mar2012.htm

</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
 
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Active Outbreak List

The Active Outbreak List is updated daily, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. When an outbreak is declared over, the facility is removed from the list. Find out more about active outbreaks here.

Outbreak Information: www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm
As of:6-Mar-2012 @ 09:57 AM PST


Facility Name Facility Address Date Started Agent Status Notes

BEACON HILL VILLA 635 Superior Street, Victoria 24-Feb-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness

MOUNT EDWARDS COURT 1002 Vancouver Street, Victoria 28-Feb-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness

SPH ACUTE CARE 2166 Mount Newton X Road, Saanichton 28-Feb-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness restriction in place for Center unit only

SPH ECU 2 2166 Mount Newton X Road, Saanichton 22-Feb-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness Only ECU closed for admissions

SUNRISE OF VICTORIA 920 Humboldt Street, Victoria 27-Feb-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness Outbreak is confirmed as Norovirus.

Facility contact information: http://www.viha.ca/finding_care/facilities/

For more information, please visit: www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm


http://www.healthspace.ca/Clients/VIHA/VIHA_Website.nsf/Outbreak?OpenView&Count=1000

http://www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm
 
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UPDATED: Gastrointestinal-illness outbreak contained at CDH

By Krista Siefken - Cowichan News Leader Pictorial
Published: March 19, 2012 10:00 AM
Updated: March 19, 2012 5:33 PM

The Vancouver Island Health Authority reports a gastrointestinal illness outbreak at Cowichan District Hospital is contained and appears to be winding down.

"We still do not have lab confirmation on whether it is actually the Norovirus, but it is definitely a gastrointestinal, Noro-like illness," VIHA spokeswoman Anya Nimmon said on Monday afternoon.

"We are currently being vigilant about extra cleaning in the hospital, and affected staff are on droplet precautions (staff gown and glove when delivering patient care)."

On Friday, five people at CDH showed Norovirus-like symptoms, and VIHA restricted visitors in the 2 East and West areas of the hospital.

Nimmon said three people still showed symptoms on Monday, with a total of nine people affected overall.

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http://www.bclocalnews.com/news/143334126.html
 
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Active Outbreak List

The Active Outbreak List is updated daily, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. When an outbreak is declared over, the facility is removed from the list. Find out more about active outbreaks here.

Outbreak Information: www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm

As of:30-Apr-2012 @ 10:41 PM PST

Facility Name Facility Address Date Started Agent Status Notes

CENTRAL PARK LODGE/ GLENWARREN 1230 Balmoral Road, Victoria 29-Apr-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness

DUFFERIN PLACE 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo 24-Apr-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness

DUFFERIN PLACE 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo 30-Apr-2012 Tests Pending Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness Outbreak declared for Birch

GORGE ROAD HOSPITAL 63 Gorge Road East, Victoria 19-Apr-2012 Norovirus Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness Outbreak waterview confirmed as Norovirus

GORGE ROAD HOSPITAL 63 Gorge Road East, Victoria 25-Apr-2012 Tests Pending Gastrointestinal or Norovirus-like illness Arbutus view on second floor on outbreak status

Facility contact information: http://www.viha.ca/finding_care/facilities/
For more information, please visit: www.viha.ca/mho/public_health_alerts/active_outbreak_list.htm

http://www.healthspace.ca/Clients/VIHA/VIHA_Website.nsf/Outbreak?OpenView&Count=1000
 
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Norovirus at Gorge hospital

Times Colonist April 29, 2012

An outbreak of the highly contagious norovirus is moving through a Vancouver Island Health Authority residentialcare facility.

An outbreak of norovirus, symptoms of which include vomiting and diarrhea, in the Waterview Unit of Gorge Road Hospital affected at least 26 people in the 64-bed complexcare unit...

A second outbreak was declared in the hospital's Arbutus Unit after eight of 45 residents showed symptoms. Lab tests are pending but are expected to confirm that norovirus is the cause...


Read more: http://www.timescolonist.com/health/Norovirus+Gorge+hospital/6537333/story.html#ixzz1taCe5w7Q
 
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