LASVEGAS – The Southern Nevada Health District is reporting an increase in norovirus detected in community wastewater. Often referred to as the “stomachflu,” norovirus is not related to the influenza virus. It is the leading cause of vomiting, diarrhea and foodborne illness in the United States.
Understanding the Context
Cases of norovirus typically increase between November and April. The most common symptoms ... · While unrelated to the influenza virus, norovirus cases can increase between November and April. The most common symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain.
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· The virus can be introduced into healthcare facilities by infected patients, staff, visitors, or contaminated foods. Outbreaks in these settings can sometimes last months. Compared with healthy people, norovirus illnesses can be more severe—and occasionally even deadly—in patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities. · The Southern Nevada Health District has advised LasVegas Valley residents that it is seeing an increase in norovirus detected in community wastewater. · LASVEGAS (KLAS) — The Southern Nevada Health District reported an increase in norovirus in the LasVegas valley Thursday morning.
Final Thoughts
According to a release from the health district, there was an increase in norovirus detection in the community’s wastewater. · The presence of norovirus is increasing in LasVegas area wastewater, according to the Southern Nevada Health District. Though commonly referred to as the stomachflu, norovirus isn’t related to ... · Often referred to as the “stomachflu,” norovirus is not related to the influenza virus. It is the leading cause of vomiting, diarrhea and foodborne illness in the United States. Cases of norovirus typically increase between November and April.
The most common symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain.