Norovirus Outbreak Alert Prompts Precautions Across McHenry County
TL;DR
McHenry County health officials report a two-week rise in acute gastroenteritis, most likely norovirus, with symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and cramps. They urge residents to wash hands with soap and water (not sanitizer), stay home 24 hours after symptoms end (48 hours for food handlers), stay hydrated, disinfect surfaces with EPA List G products, and follow CDC guidance to prevent spread.
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