News Release                              For Immediate Release

                                                                                                                         July 9, 2010

Owen Sound Outbreak Investigation

The Grey Bruce Health Unit is currently involved in the investigation of a large cluster of illness among those attending a wedding dinner at Stone Tree Golf and Fitness Centre, as well as other events held at the same venue.

Symptoms reported are gastrointestinal and generally have a short duration and are self-limiting.

Although a cause has yet to be identified, these types of illness are often highly contagious. Those exhibiting symptoms are being asked to stay at home when ill, avoid workplace and social gatherings until symptom-free for 48 hours and wash hands frequently.

Public Health is working with Stone Tree staff to identify the source of this outbreak and implement remedial measures.

For further information, call Public Health at 519-376-9420 or visit our website at www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca.

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For more information:

Angela Newman                                                         Susan Shular

Food Safety Manager                                                 Communicable Disease, Manager

Grey Bruce Health Unit                                              Grey Bruce Health Unit

519-376-9420 ext. 1252                                             519-376-9420 ext. 1231