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#Norovirus detected in #Kerala — here’s all you need to know about the virus

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By @VaamanaaSethi

#Kerala reported two confirmed cases of #Norovirus amongst lower primary school students in Thiruvananthapuram on June 5. Health Minister Veena George warned that the virus is highly contagious.

This virus spreads through contaminated food and water and is similar to the diarrhea-causing #rotavirus. The health department said that the infection was diagnosed after samples were tested and the food poisoning occurred after children had a meal at their school.

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In simple terms, #Norovirus is a highly contagious infection, also termed as ‘stomach flu’, which can be transmitted through contaminated food & water. It makes people extremely sick and vomit or have diarrhea.

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#Norovirus is not a newly discovered infection. These cases were first reported in #Kerala in 2021 when 13 students at a veterinary college in Wayanad tested positive. This disease outbreak typically occurs aboard cruise ships, in nursing homes, dormitories & other closed spaces.

The #Norovirus have some very common symptoms and one should consult or seek medical help immediately if developed these symptoms —

🔴Diarrhea
🔴Vomiting and nausea
🔴Stomach discomfort
🔴Abdominal pain
🔴Fever, headache and body pain

No #vaccines are currently available in the market to cure the infection. The basic precaution one should take is to repeatedly wash their hands with soap. Rinse your fruits and vegetables thoroughly. The infected person is advised to avoid contact with other people.

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