Question 1

is there any place that doesn't have norovirus outbreak problems?

Accepted Answer

Places w/o people: If there are humans around, then norovirus infections are possible. It is a highly contagious illness causing vomiting and diarrhea. Good hygiene is essential to minimize spread. Here is a link to the cdc website on the virus: http://www.Cdc.Gov/norovirus/index.Html.

Question 2

what is the norovirus natural habitat or host? how does it start up an outbreak? where does it go when outbreaks die down?

Accepted Answer

Norovirus: Norovirus is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis. Person to person transmission is the most common route, although it can also be transmitted from bad food or water.  it is often passed by being in the same room as someone who vomits.  Since it is passed fromperson to person, an outbreak never "dies down" completely. Contaminated shellfish and salad are the most common infected foods.

Question 3

stomach flu outbreak at a rcfe.  visit ban in place for a week now.  what is the implication?  how could a ban last for several weeks?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: they don't want visitors to become ill due to acquiring "the stomach flu?"  A stomach flu virus can last as long as two weeks in someone with an intact immune system, and longer in someone who is immunocompromised due to medications or illness.

Question 4

what are some ways to lessen the pain from the norovirus?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen) : Norovirus represent about 90% of the intestinal viruses which cause human disease.  It causes severe intestinal distress with fever, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea being common.  Patients report body aches which relate to the body's response to the virus. All we can offer is relief of any fever or pain using tylenol, (acetaminophen) which is preferrable to Ibuprofen or other NSAID which can irritate the GI tract.

Question 5

what is the most effective way to deactivate the norovirus?

Accepted Answer

Norovirus: Norovirus doesn't get deactivated.  You wait it out. There is no specific treatment or medication for Norovirus. Hydrate well with non-caffeinated fluids. If one is becoming dehydrated consider use of electrolyte fluids. Stay home until symptom-free for at least 48 hours.

Question 6

could my dad have the norovirus?

Accepted Answer

If he does:: With norovirus you go from feeling fine to suddenly feeling horrible with watery diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach pain , fever, headache and body aches. Symptoms tend to last from 3-7 days. It is very important to stay hydrated, drink clear liquids, sips if necessary, to keep up with stool losses. Try not to eat anything but bananas, apples, constipating foods after the first day on clears.

Question 7

can the norovirus live in carpet?

Accepted Answer

Highly contagious: Norovirus can spread quickly in closed places like daycare centers, nursing homes, schools, and cruise ships. Read more at: https://www.cdc.gov/norovirus/about/transmission.html

Question 8

how do i avoid norovirus at the hosptial?

Accepted Answer

Hand washing: By hand washing or wear gloves as the virus can spread by digital contamination.

Question 9

how long is norovirus contagious on surfaces?

Accepted Answer

Hours to Days: The virus can last up to 12 hours on surfaces, and has been found in contaminated carpet for up to 12 days (reference, the centers for disease control).

Question 10

can norovirus germs live on a toilet for 5 weeks?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not, but if uncertain. clean the seat with soap and water, or any toilet cleanser.

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