Norovirus Cases Surge as Winter Season Begins
Norovirus infections are rising across the United States as the country enters the colder months. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cases typically spike from late fall through winter because people spend more time indoors, facilitating transmission. The virus, often called 'winter vomiting disease,' causes nausea, vomiting, fever, and diarrhea, usually lasting one to three days. While most people recover at home, severe dehydration or blood in stool requires medical attention. Experts emphasize that handwashing with soap and water is the primary defense, as alcohol-based sanitizers are ineffective against norovirus. A new strain circulating since earlier this year may lead to a more severe season.
