Drinks may have been tainted with hepatitis A
From a Times Staff Writer
Complimentary smoothies handed out at the USA Gymnastics National Congress and Trade Show at the HP Pavilion on Aug. 16 and 17 may have been contaminated with hepatitis A, state health officials said Monday.
The smoothies, provided at the JumpSport booth, were prepared at a Willow Glen-area Jamba Juice by an employee diagnosed with hepatitis A.
Though the risk appears minimal, the California Department of Public Health said that people who consumed the drinks should monitor their health.
It could take 15 to 50 days for symptoms to appear.
Jamba Juice officials said they would pay eligible individuals their reasonable out-of-pocket medical expenses.
To report any illness, contact Jamba Juice at (877) 217-4780.