Department of Public Health identified hepatitis A virus infection in a food handler who worked at the location at 44411 Valley Central Way, according to the department.The health department is recommending hepatitis A vaccination for patrons who consumed food or beverages from that Panda Express between July 21 and Aug. 4, with the exception of people who previously completed the hepatitis A vaccine series or are known to have a past infection.
Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It is highly contagious and can be spread from person-to-person through the fecal-oral route , or by eating or drinking contaminated food or water. Most adults with acute hepatitis A will have symptoms that may include fever, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine and jaundice . Symptoms vary from mild to severe.
While prompt vaccination is likely to prevent infection, infection may occur in those who receive vaccination too late.