Updated May 10 — The San Francisco Department of Public Health has confirmed a number of cases of the norovirus in the San Francisco area.

As you know, Heart Rhythm 2008 is scheduled to take place at the Moscone Center, May 14-17. The Convention Center and city health officials have put measures in place to disinfect the facility and are continuing with the current schedule of events. Therefore, Heart Rhythm 2008 is scheduled to continue as planned.

We will continue to update all attendees and exhibitors via e-mail and this website should new information become available.

For more information on norovirus, please visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/norovirus.htm.

We look forward to seeing you in San Francisco.