Norovirus
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Norovirus outbreak infects over 240 people on month-long luxury cruiseHundreds of passengers who contracted norovirus aboard the Queen Mary 2 have been quarantined, the CDC says.TrendingApr 2
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The winter ‘quademic’? You may be sick with one of these 4 virusesSneezing, fever, chills, vomiting, coughing — it’s not just one virus wreaking havoc this winter; it’s a combination of four major illnesses.HealthJan 27
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Sick of the stomach bug? Moderna is making a norovirus vaccineModerna is developing an mRNA-based vaccine for norovirus, now in Phase 3 trials, with hopes of approval by 2026 to combat the highly contagious stomach virus.HealthJan 24
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University of Guelph sees positive norovirus test as 190 report feeling illAn Ontario public health official says they've detected norovirus among a group of 190 people reporting symptoms of gastroenteritis at the University of Guelph over the last week.EducationJan 11
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It’s sick season. Here’s how to protect yourself from norovirus, COVID-19, flu and RSVScientists think that the winter surge of flu and cold activity may be because we spend more time indoors and the cold, dry air may weaken our defenses.HealthJan 11
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Norovirus cases spike above 5-year average, PHAC saysNorovirus may be hitting Canadians harder this time of year with reported cases rising above previous averages, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada.HealthDec 31, 2024
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Norovirus is surging in the U.S. this winter compared to past years: CDCNorovirus is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States, responsible for 58 per cent of such infections acquired in the country each year, according to the CDC.HealthDec 30, 2024
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Oysters recalled in 3 Canadian provinces over norovirus concernsCertain oysters have been recalled in three Canadian provinces following a suspected outbreak of norovirus in British Columbia that left dozens of people sick.HealthDec 21, 2024
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Aw shucks! Should you skip the oysters amid B.C. illness outbreak?The BC Centre for Disease Control posted a warning that between Nov. 1 and Dec. 18, 64 cases of a 'norovirus-like' gastrointestinal illnesses were reported in the province.HealthDec 20, 2024
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Gastrointestinal illnesses linked to P.E.I. shellfish festival jump to 550Norovirus, which is spread through contaminated foods or liquids, has been detected in stool samples from some of those who became ill after attending the festival.HealthSep 27, 2024
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