Creatures of Habit in Springvale VIC linked to Hepatitis A outbreak
11 months ago •source www.9news.com.au
Outbreak
The cafe has since been thoroughly cleaned and is no longer a risk. No other venues in the centre are a risk.
Hepatitis A is a viral infection that affects the liver and is spread when an unknowing person consumes food or drink contaminated by the virus in the faeces of an infected person. While illness from the virus is typically mild, it can sometimes lead to hospitalization and severe illness, particularly in those with chronic liver diseases. To protect against the transmission of the virus, proper hygiene and handwashing practices should be followed.
In case you experienced Hepatitis A symptoms such as fever, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dark-colored urine, and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin), it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source: www.9news.com.au