norovirus 2016

Norovirus 2016 (stomach flu) outbreak has caused more than 200 illnesses at a Pennsylvania college. Ursinus College in Pennsylvania completely shut down following the norovirus outbreak. The on-campus cafeteria is being blamed for the cause of the outbreak and is the center of the investigation. Montgomery County Health Department investigators found numerous health infractions including ...click here to read more

The norovirus infection is still affecting food outlets, so here is your norovirus 2016 outbreak update. It all began with Chipotle food chains back in 2015, but has persisted to affect other food establishments in 2016. The Chipotle norovirus outbreak began with improperly stored chicken and sick employees attending work. Nearly 120 persons became sick ...click here to read more

Norovirus outbreaks are the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the U.S. Gastroenteritis is a condition where the stomach and the intestines become inflamed, which leads to side effects such as vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that each year Norovirus contributes to 19 to 21 million illnesses. ...click here to read more

Norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships are not as common as we perceive, but it’s still important to understand norovirus infection complications along with incubation periods. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated, cruise ship vessels that are part of the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) are required to report gastrointestinal illnesses, which occur on ...click here to read more

The norovirus, stomach flu, is now hitting the west coast after earlier Chipotle outbreak. Norovirus is the leading cause of adult gastroenteritis affecting nearly 21 million Americans annually, this according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The only other virus more common that norovirus is the common cold. Norovirus is commonly transmitted ...click here to read more