Transmission (HAV)

Infected Fast Food Worker Exposes Hundreds to Hepatitis A

Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, August 29th, 2000

A fast-food worker infected with hepatitis A may have exposed hundreds of people to the virus over a seven-day period, the Tennessee Health Department said.

The employee worked at the Waffle House restaurant at Paul Huff Parkway just off Interstate 75 in Cleveland, Tennessee. State health officials said anyone who ate there between July 21-23, 2000, and July 28-August 1, 2000, should seek medical attention immediately.

"Since the restaurant is located right off the I-75 exit, many people not from the area might be unaware they have been exposed," said Diane Denton, a health department spokeswoman.

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