Norovirus and Prevention Measures

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
Norovirus can linger on clothes and fabric-lined items for up to a month, spreading through close contact or contaminated surfaces. Washing hands thoroughly with water, using hot water and biological detergents for laundry, and avoiding common mistakes like poor hand hygiene and using the wrong cleaning products can help prevent the spread of the virus. Cases of norovirus have surged by 40% compared to previous years.

Key Points

  • Norovirus can survive on clothes and fabric-lined items for up to a month
  • Proper hand hygiene and use of hot water and biological detergents for laundry are recommended for prevention
  • Common mistakes to avoid include poor hand hygiene, using the wrong cleaning products, food prep errors, poor sickness protocol, and sharing personal items

Pros

  • Increased awareness about norovirus transmission and prevention measures
  • Recommendations for proper hand hygiene and cleaning practices to reduce the spread of the virus

Cons

  • Rapid surge in norovirus cases compared to previous years
  • Challenges in effectively eliminating norovirus from fabric-lined items and surfaces