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Norovirus |
It is a stomach bug that causes vomiting and diarrhoea. |
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Other name |
winter vomiting bug |
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Norovirus symptoms |
Vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramping, fever, chills, headache and muscle aches. |
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Transmission |
It is by accidentally getting tiny
particles of feces (poop) or vomit from an infected person in your mouth. |
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What kills Norovirus? |
Bleach / hydrogen peroxide to kill it |
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Treatment for Norovirus? |
No treatment for Norovirus, except drink
plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. |
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How long can Norovirus live on bedding? |
Up to two weeks. |
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Can you reinfect yourself with Norovirus? |
likely a few months |
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Norovirus most commonly found? |
crowded environments such as hospitals,
nursing homes, child care centers, schools and cruise ships |
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Average incubation period for Norovirus |
12 to 48 hours |
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What temperature kills Norovirus? |
it can survive temperatures up to 60°C /
140°F |