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Norovirus Outbreak: These days America is facing a new problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that cases of norovirus have been reported in many parts of the United States. According to the CDC, 91 cases of norovirus were reported in the first week of December, the report also said that this is the highest number of cases reported in recent years. Let us know about this disease.

What is norovirus disease?

Norovirus is a highly contagious disease. It causes vomiting and diarrhea. According to the Cleveland Clinic, the first case of norovirus was seen in 1968 in a school in Norwalk, Ohio. This is why the first strain of norovirus was known as the Norwalk virus.

Norovirus can cause gastroenteritis and can be spread through close contact with a person with the infection. According to the Mayo Clinic, 'Most people recover completely without treatment, however, some people, especially young children and older adults, may experience vomiting and diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration.

What are the symptoms of norovirus?

Some common symptoms of norovirus can be like-

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain and vomiting

These symptoms begin to appear 2 to 48 hours after exposure and can last for about 1 to 3 days

According to the Mayo Clinic, here are some symptoms of norovirus-

  • nausea
  • vomit
  • abdominal pain or cramps
  • watery or loose stools
  • feeling sick
  • mild fever
  • Muscle pain

What are the causes of norovirus?

The Cleveland Clinic says that a virus from the Caliciviridae family causes norovirus. When the virus enters our body, it causes inflammation in the stomach and intestines. This is called gastroenteritis which eventually causes other symptoms of norovirus. Norovirus infection can also occur due to these reasons-

  • eating contaminated food
  • on drinking contaminated water
  • Putting your hand on your mouth after touching a contaminated surface or object
  • stay in close contact with someone who has the infection

Follow these measures to avoid norovirus-

  • wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
  • avoiding contaminated food and water
  • Washing Fruits and Vegetables
  • Cooking Seafood Properly

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