Norovirus joins flu in Texas, risking young, elderly, and immune-compromised; hygiene urged.

Norovirus is spreading in Texas alongside the flu, posing risks especially to young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. It spreads through contaminated food, water, or contact with infected individuals. To prevent infection, authorities advise frequent handwashing, thorough cooking of food (especially seafood), minimizing contact with infected people, disinfecting surfaces, and careful washing of soiled clothes.

January 05, 2025
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