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Can better hygiene prevent rotavirus infection?

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Yes.: Good handwashing is key! rotavirus causes bad diarrhea and in newborns, elderly and people with weak immune systems, can cause severe dehydration... And sometimes death. Another way to prevent rotavirus is to have your infant vaccinated. The vaccine is safe and effective. Cheers!

Dr Seely agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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Yes: Yes. Wash hands constantly.

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