New Brunswick’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is advising of an exposure of a confirmed case of Hepatitis A at the Algonquin Resort in Saint Andrews.
Public Health said the exposure happened on Jan. 21, 22, 24 and 25.
Algonquin General Manager Cole Sheridan told The Courier an employee was diagnosed with Hepatitis A.
“We wish to assure our guests that the resort consistently adheres to all health and safety protocols and is working closely with local public health authorities, following all recommended guidance,” he said in a statement.
Public Health said the risk of customers contracting the disease is low.
“However, customers who ate food from Braxton’s Restaurant and Bar or the Right Whale Pub on those dates should monitor signs and symptoms, which can begin 15 to 50 days after consumption.”
Exposed individuals should receive a vaccine to help prevent the disease. Those who have had two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine or who have had the disease are immune and do not require further vaccination.
“It is recommended that those who consumed food from either of those establishments on those dates contact their local public health office to help assess your risk of exposure and the need for vaccine to prevent infection,” the advisory said.
Public Health said there is no ongoing risk at the restaurant, and it is fully cooperating.
Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by a virus. According to public health, it spreads through contaminated food, drinks, surfaces, or close contact with an infected person.
Symptoms include:
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dark urine or clay-colored stools
- Diarrhea
- Feeling unwell
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
People who are older, have weakened immune systems or have chronic liver disease are at higher risk of severe illness.
“The wellbeing of our guests and colleagues remains our highest priority, and we will continue to cooperate fully as protocols evolve,” Sheridan said.
