Norovirus

Norovirus

Norovirus causes acute gastroenteritis in humans and is highly contagious. During outbreaks, several modes of transmission have been documented. For example, initial foodborne transmission happens in a restaurant, followed by secondary person-to-person transmission to household contacts.

Currently, there are at least five norovirus genogroups (GI, GII, GIII, GIV and GV), which in turn are divided into at least 31 genetic clusters. Fluid replacement and correcting electrolyte disturbances through oral and intravenous fluid administration are the most typical Norovirus treatment.

Norovirus in Health Care Facilities

Norovirus

This resource details virology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and measures to limit transmission

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Norovirus Fact Sheet

Norovirus

This resource provides symptom, transmission, treatment and prevention information

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Norovirus Update and New Recommendations for Testing

Norovirus

Guidelines and Testing for Norovirus outbreak. The outbreak resulted in heavy workloads for both communicable disease control and laboratory staff. During this particular outbreak, over 400 clinical specimens were submitted directly for testing (compared to only 98 specimens the previous year).