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France lets unaffected passengers disembark after norovirus outbreak on cruise ship

May 16, 2026 11:26 am

Norovirus, also known as viral gastroenteritis, is a highly contagious stomach infection that typically causes vomiting and diarrhoea.

After Hantavirus scare, Norovirus outbreak on another cruise ship sparks concern: How they differ from Covid-19, symptoms to know

May 11, 2026 3:00 pm

People should also focus on rest, hydration, and habits that support immunity, like getting enough sleep and eating a balanced diet

Guillain Barre Syndrome cases rise to 207: Over half of cases are in 5-km radius from Sinhagad Road, shows health dept data

February 15, 2025 5:51 am

The analysis also confirmed the presence of coliform, E. coli, Norovirus and C. Jejuni bacteria in 40 water samples in the cluster

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: PMC to test meat, sea foods being sold in Sinhagad Road

January 25, 2025 8:06 am

As on January 24, a total of 73 GBS patients including 55 residents in Pune civic limits were detected.

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Hand sanitisers are generally ineffective against norovirus.

Norovirus cases rising in the US: How it spreads, what precautions can be taken

December 31, 2024 6:24 pm

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that is also sometimes referred to as the ‘winter vomiting bug’.

South Korean city grapples with mass food poisoning caused by a contagious virus found in kimchi; know more about it

July 08, 2024 6:27 pm

The city's Mayor, Choi Kyung-sik, said that health officials had adopted a “pre-emptive and excessive response” to prevent further spread of the illness. He continued, “We will ensure the safety of our citizens.”

Norovirus cases detected in Kerala: what is this virus and how dangerous is it?

January 24, 2023 6:08 pm

The virus is capable of surviving low temperatures, and outbreaks tend to be more common during the winter and in colder countries — that is why it is sometimes referred to as "winter vomiting disease".

Kerala confirms two norovirus cases in Class 1 students in Ernakulam

January 23, 2023 3:41 pm

Last year, Kerala had reported cases of norovirus, which leads to inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines, severe vomiting, and diarrhoea.