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Epidemic vomiting.

H C Smith

    The Journal of Hygiene
    |December 1, 1974
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    Two institutional outbreaks of epidemic vomiting occurred, affecting students and staff. Dining hall transmission was suspected, but no specific food item was identified as the cause.

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    Area of Science:

    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Outbreaks of epidemic vomiting can significantly disrupt institutional settings.
    • Understanding transmission routes is crucial for effective control measures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe two distinct outbreaks of epidemic vomiting in educational institutions.
    • To investigate the source and transmission dynamics of these outbreaks.

    Main Methods:

    • Descriptive epidemiology of two institutional outbreaks.
    • Case finding and analysis of exposure data.
    • Literature review on epidemic vomiting transmission.

    Main Results:

    • Two outbreaks affected 107/398 and 172/357 individuals in a college and secondary school, respectively.
  • Evidence suggests dining hall acquisition in both outbreaks.
  • No specific food item was identified as the definitive source.

    • Conclusions:

    • Dining halls can be a focal point for epidemic vomiting outbreaks.
    • Further investigation into non-foodborne transmission mechanisms in dining settings is warranted.