Norovirus cases skyrocket across US, here's how to avoid the stomach bug
Norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is spreading across the U.S. Here's what to know about the contagious virus and how best to prevent an infection.
What is norovirus? What are the symptoms and how to avoid getting sick this winter
Ah, the classic signs of winter: Freezing temperatures, icy roads and empty tissue boxes. It's no secret that winter is a time when illness is prominent. Coughs, colds, and viruses are seemingly running rampant this time of year. This is thanks to the drier air and an influx of time spent indoors, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Norovirus outbreak 2025: Symptoms, cases, and what to know as CDC data indicates a winter wave
New CDC data indicates a rise in cases of norovirus, often colloquially referred to as "stomach flu." Test positivity has spiked.
Norovirus wave now more than double last year's peak, in CDC's data
Rates of norovirus in that CDC system have reached levels at or above last season's peak in all regions of the country. Norovirus test positivity rates look to be the worst in the Midwest, in a grouping of states spanning Kansas through Michigan.
Norovirus cases on the rise locally this winter
Norovirus cases on the rise locally this winter
Are your symptoms the flu, COVID, RSV, Norovirus? How to tell the difference
Flu season is here in New Jersey, but other illnesses are in full swing in the Garden State. Here are the symptoms and how long you're contagious.
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What to eat when you have norovirus gastroenteritis
Norovirus gastroenteritis can cause severe symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Knowing what to eat during this stage is ...
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Norovirus Fast Facts: What You Need to Know Right Now
As many people know all too well, norovirus is a wicked illness. It causes gastroenteritis, a fancy name for violent ...
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Is the new norovirus strain causing a surge in infections in the US? Symptoms to know
Norovirus cases have surged, joining other viruses like flu, RSV, and Covid. Experts cite a new strain, GII.17[P17], ...
Numerous norovirus outbreaks reported in Chicago this month. Here's what to know
Multiple norovirus outbreaks have been reported in Chicago during the month of January, the Chicago Department of Public ...
What Actually Kills Norovirus and How to Get Rid of It in Your Home
Many common disinfectants (containing things like ammonia and alcohol), hand sanitizer, and even Clorox and Lysol wipes, ...
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'Astronomical spike': Health officials issue warning about diarrhea-causing norovirus
Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...
Hand sanitizer isn't enough to protect against norovirus. What should you do instead?
Hand sanitizer is simply not as effective against norovirus as it at killing other pathogens due to the virus's firm shell, ...
Norovirus cases are surging. Here's how to report cases to MetroHealth
The number of norovirus cases is increasing across the country, including Texas. Here's a look at the virus in San Antonio.
Best ways to prevent and treat norovirus in kids
Dr. Vinitha Moopen from Wellspan talks about the signs, symptoms and treatment of norovirus, also known as the stomach flu.