Former municipal employee in northern Greece sentenced over gastroenteritis outbreak

Former municipal employee in northern Greece sentenced over gastroenteritis outbreak

A former municipal employee of Argos Orestiko in Kastoria, northern Greece, has been sentenced to 18 years and 4 months in prison, with the sentence suspended pending appeal, after being found responsible for a mass outbreak of gastroenteritis that occurred six years ago.

Glengarry Memorial Hospital in Alexandria has declared a gastroenteritis outbreak. “Preventative measures are in place to protect our patients, staff, and community. Visitors are not permitted at this time; however, patients can designate an essential care partner to accompany them during their stay. We also want to remind everyone that hand hygiene is essential, especially in a hospital setting. Please wash your hands frequently to help prevent…