Mystery bug sickens Philly hotel guests
Wednesday, February 11, 2004 Posted: 9:02 AM EST (1402 GMT)
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (AP) -- Health officials are investigating an outbreak of illnesses at a Philadelphia hotel that recently played host to about 200 Republican leaders, including President Bush.
At least 69 guests at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel -- all attending a business conference -- went to the hospital last week when a mystery bug caused dizziness and vomiting. More fell ill, but did not seek medical attention.
In addition, two people at a GOP retreat to discuss party policy January 29-31 -- a member of House Speaker Dennis Hastert's staff and a second staff member's spouse -- became ill the day after checking out, an aide to the Illinois Republican said Tuesday. Neither was hospitalized.
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