Six Simple Steps To Protect Against And Stop The Spread Of Noroviruses

Recent outbreaks of norovirus-also known as stomach flu- indicate the highly contagious, fast-moving virus is again a public health concern. The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) has six simple steps to protect families against noroviruses. Norovirus is the second most frequent cause of illness after the common cold. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, and occur between 24 and 48 hours after exposure.

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Filed under: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses on February 13th, 2008