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What is Norovirus?
What is Norovirus?
Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that infects over 267 million people around the world each year, from babies all …
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Norovirus and Young Children
It’s one thing to come down with norovirus, (otherwise known as the stomach bug) yourself, but when it’s your kid, …
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15 Key Facts About Norovirus
Norovirus is the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the U.S., causing between 19 – 21 million cases per year.[1] …
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When to see a doctor about norovirus
The majority of the time those that catch norovirus do not require medical treatment, as norovirus tends to run its …
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Norovirus Treatment
Norovirus, sometimes mistaken for food poisoning, is a highly contagious virus known for being the most common cause of gastroenteritis …
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Symptoms of Norovirus
Symptoms of Norovirus
Norovirus is the type of virus that can compromise your intestines and stomach. The symptoms typically include stomach and digestive …
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Norovirus and Our Food
Norovirus can infect food when infected people either have vomit or stool on their hands and then touch food. Do …
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Norovirus on Cruise Ships
Surely you’ve seen news coverage of a cruise ship docking early or passengers scurrying off the ship in a less …
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Where norovirus outbreaks occur
It’s a good idea to learn where norovirus outbreaks occur most, so you can take precautionary measures when you find yourself …
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Norovirus and the Elderly
Norovirus can affect anyone at any age, including the elderly. Though seniors may not be more susceptible to the virus, …
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How do you catch norovirus?
Norovirus is a virus that affects your stomach and intestines. Common symptoms include nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. Symptoms usually last …
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Norovirus on Hard Surfaces
One reason norovirus is spread around so easily is because the virus can live on hard surfaces for weeks. Our …
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Foodborne Illness and Norovirus
Foodborne illness occurs when people eat food that has been tainted by harmful germs or chemicals. According to the Centers …
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How Norovirus spreads at home
When contending with norovirus at home, educating yourself on how the virus spreads so you can take precaution can save …
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Reducing Norovirus risk
Reducing Norovirus Risk
Norovirus is the leading cause of gastroenteritis, (aka, “the stomach bug”). It is very contagious and spreads quickly. There are plenty …
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Top Norovirus Food Prep Tips
Those who prepare food at home or work are most likely to spread norovirus and/or cause norovirus outbreaks. It is essential …
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Does bleach kill norovirus?
When norovirus, or “the stomach bug” hits your home or business, you’ll want to know exactly how you can clean …
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Norovirus and Handwashing
Norovirus is one of the most contagious viruses in the United States, second only to the common cold. In fact, …
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Preventing a Norovirus Outbreak
With over 20 million people catching norovirus each year in the United States, chances are many establishments that serve food will …
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Food Safety Tips for Food Workers
Any food worker at any establishment (school, prison, restaurant, cruise ship, etc.) ought to be trained when it comes to …
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Cleaning Up Vomit Spills
If you’ve had a norovirus vomit occurrence at your restaurant, school, store, etc., there are proper protocols for cleaning up …
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Health Department Requirements
Norovirus has become a serious food safety issue and food safety managers should be aware of how norovirus can spread and …
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Tips for Cleaning Norovirus
If you or a family member come down with norovirus, it’s essential that you know how to go about cleaning …
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Norovirus Response at Home
Norovirus, (better known as “the stomach bug”) is the number one gastroenteritis virus in the U.S. and chances are you’ll …
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