Hepatitis A Outbreak Hits Portland's Green Elephant Bistro
An employee at the Green Elephant Bistro in Portland has been diagnosed with hepatitis A, prompting the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention to issue a warning. The employee worked during their infectious period on specific dates in September and October. Customers who dined in during those dates may be at risk and are advised to throw out any leftover food, contact a healthcare provider, and get vaccinated within 14 days of exposure. Symptoms of hepatitis A include fatigue, loss of appetite, stomach pain, and jaundice. Vaccines will be available without a prescription for those without insurance at Portland Public Health and Hannaford pharmacy.