The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported an outbreak of norovirus, commonly known as the stomach virus, in the Northeast region of the United States. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has issued a warning, urging residents to take preventative measures to halt the spread of the virus.
It is also colloquially referred to as the stomach bug or stomach flu. The virus is highly contagious and can infect anyone, spreading rapidly and easily.
What are the symptoms?
The CDC said the most common symptoms of norovirus are:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Fever
- Headache
- Body aches
Transmission of norovirus occurs through direct contact with infected individuals or by consuming contaminated food or beverages. Health officials stress the importance of practicing proper hygiene and sanitation to mitigate the risk of infection.
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