Combatting the 2023 Norovirus Epidemic: What You Need to Know!

What is Norovirus?

The highly contagious norovirus inflames the stomach and intestines, resulting in symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and cramps.  

What is Norovirus?

Despite having no connection to the influenza virus, it is frequently referred to as the “stomach flu. 

It causes 19–21 million infections, 56,000–71,000 hospitalisations, and 570–800 fatalities annually.

Norovirus in US  (United States)

Duration of Norovirus

Most people return to normal in one or two days with no long-term health consequences.

Symptoms

– Nausea – Vomiting – Diarrhea – Stomach cramp – Fatigue – Low-grade fever – Headache

Transmission

Easily spread through contact with an infected person. Consuming contaminated food or water.

How to Prevent Norovirus?

Practice good hand hygiene and to avoid consuming potentially contaminated food or water.

It’s crucial to stay hydrated, especially if you’re experiencing diarrhoea or vomiting.

TREATMENT

It’s crucial to stay hydrated, especially if you’re experiencing diarrhoea or vomiting.

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