Event Brief
Norovirus outbreak in Portugal affects 122 people
Filed: Jul 13, 2026 at 5:11 AM ET
Summary: A norovirus outbreak linked to a youth football tournament has infected 122 people in Caldas da Rainha.
WHO: Municipal council of Caldas da Rainha
WHAT: Municipal council confirmed 122 laboratory-positive norovirus cases, with most linked to an international youth football tournament.
WHEN: Jul 13, 2026 at 4:31 AM ET
WHERE: Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
WHY: Stool cultures tested positive for Genogroup II norovirus, identifying the likely agent responsible for the outbreak.
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