Compare differences across the CDC systems used for reporting norovirus outbreaks. Learn about where norovirus can be detected and how to collect specimens for testing. Identify surveillance and reporting systems for norovirus and different roles in reporting.

Jan 13, 2025 · Norovirus is very contagious, but you can take steps to stop it from spreading. Wash hands well with soap and water; hand sanitizer alone does not work well against norovirus. Do not prepare, handle food, or care for others when you are sick.

Apr 12, 2024 · CDC provides information on infection control and clinical safety to help reduce the risk of infections among healthcare workers, patients, and visitors. View All For Everyone

Jan 8, 2025 · Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the U.S.

The most common diagnostic test used at state public health laboratories and at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is real-time reverse-transcription quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR), which rapidly and reliably detects the virus in stool specimens.

Jul 15, 2020 · Norovirus is the most common cause of outbreaks of acute gastroenteritis (AGE) in the United States (1,2). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) collects data on AGE outbreaks through the National Outbreak Reporting System (NORS).

Jan 15, 2025 · Positive test percentages for cases of norovirus in the United States are double what they were at the same period a year ago, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease...

Norovirus is the most common cause of acute viral gastroenteritis in the United States, and causes an estimated 19–21 million illnesses each year. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that norovirus contributes to 56,000-71,000 hospitalizations and 570-800 deaths each year in the United States.

Dec 29, 2024 · The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported double the cases of norovirus compared to previous years in early December after outbreaks have been reported across the country.. During ...

[Announcer] This program is presented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a very contagious virus that can make you sick with severe diarrhea and vomiting. Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to protect yourself and your family.