Norwalk Virus
The Norwalk virus is a type of virus in the family of Noroviruses, a group of viruses that cause gastroenteritis (inflammation of the stomach and small intestine) in humans. It is the most common cause of food-borne disease outbreaks in the United States, and it can spread quickly among large groups of people who eat contaminated food or drink contaminated water. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. The virus is typically spread through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated food or drink, and it can also be spread through the air by coughing and sneezing. To prevent the spread of Norwalk virus, it is important to wash hands thoroughly after contact with an infected person or contaminated food or drink, and to avoid sharing food or drink with any infected person.
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