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Norovirus cases are currently increasing rapidly in the United Kingdom. According to data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), cases of norovirus here are 75 percent more than normal. Cases reported in April alone were 75 percent higher than the five-season average. It is a highly contagious viral disease. Due to this, small children and elderly people or people with weak immune systems have to face the problem of dehydration. Apart from cold weather, many other factors are also responsible for the increase in cases.
Know what to do and what not to do
People with norovirus may also experience vomiting and diarrhea. That is why a warning has been issued in Britain that if anyone has this disease, they should not go to the office because it is a highly contagious disease. Even after symptoms resolve after treatment, wait at least 2 days before going to work or cooking for others. People infected with this have also been advised not to go to hospitals or other public places. Sick people are asked to wash their hands with warm water and soap and to use bleach-based products for cleaning.
What are the symptoms and how to prevent?
According to the National Health Service (NHS), if someone suddenly falls ill. Additionally, if he has vomiting and diarrhea, he is likely to be infected with norovirus. Its symptoms include feeling sick, diarrhea, vomiting, fever and headache as well as pain in the arms and legs. If it has caused an infection, you should drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration. There is no specific medicine to treat norovirus. Antibiotics don't help fight it because they work against bacteria, not viruses.