A new norovirus strain is sweeping the US, dethroning the long-standing leader and reshaping the landscape of gastroenteritis outbreaks. Will GII.17 remain on top, or could another variant emerge next? Research: Increasing Predominance of Norovirus GII.17 over GII.4, United States, 2022–2025. Image Credit: Kateryna Kon / Shutterstock A recent study published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases … Read more
AN urgent warning is in place for the Irish public as a nasty bug spreads at high speeds. Health officials are urging anyone with the symptoms of Norovirus to stay home. 2 The norovirus is spreading rapidly throughout IrelandCredit: Getty Images – Getty 2 There are key signs to watch out forCredit: Getty Images – … Read more
The Emergency Department at Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) is extremely busy with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment. Over the last three days 411 people attended the Emergency Department in LUH. Currently there are 99 people in the ED and 34 patients awaiting a … Read more
Health leaders have warned of a “potential second norovirus wave” – with people catching the vomiting bug more than once. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said people who have already had the virus this winter could be at risk again due to a shift in which strains are becoming dominant. The organisation – which … Read more
The most common symptoms of norovirus include stomach ache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, while those infected may even suffer with fever, head and body pain. The vomiting and diarrhoea can also lead to dehydration in some patients. Last Updated : 23 February 2025, 11:06 IST Source link
In a suspected case of Norovirus outbreak, ‘a large number’ of passengers on a British cruise ship reportedly experienced symptoms while crossing Belgium as part of a seven-day cruise across northern Europe. Operator P&O Cruises said “fewer than 1 per cent’ of the passengers are affected. (Representational Image) “People have been dropping like flies, throwing … Read more
A trial of Moderna’s norovirus vaccine in the U.S. has been put on hold by the FDA over a reported case of neurological disorder. The phase 3 study is evaluating the candidate, dubbed mRNA-1403, across two norovirus seasons. The trial is already fully enrolled in the Northern Hemisphere—with the first patient dosed last September—and Moderna … Read more
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Archyde The Unwelcome Alex Reed: Understanding and Battling Norovirus Table of Contents 1. The Unwelcome Guest: Understanding and Battling Norovirus 2. Understanding Norovirus: transmission, Risks, and Prevention 3. What are the most effective handwashing practices to prevent the spread of Norovirus? 4. Understanding Norovirus: Transmission, Risks, and Prevention 5. How Does Norovirus Spread,Dr. Carter? 6. … Read more
During respiratory illness season there a more graphic, yet shorter-lasting virus making the rounds especially among kids: Norovirus. What is Norovirus? “Norovirus is a viral infection, most people refer to it as the stomach flu. But it’s a distinctly different virus than influenza,” says Doug Kasper, MD, an infectious disease specialist with OSF HealthCare. “It’s … Read more