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Norovirus outbreaks in the UK surged in January 2026, with cases 74% above average, prompting health warnings to stay home, wash hands, and avoid hospitals and care homes.
Norovirus cases across the UK have surged, with infections 73.8% above the five-season average in late January 2026, driven by the GII.4 strain.
Health officials urge anyone with vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, fever, headaches, or body aches to stay home for at least 48 hours after symptoms end to prevent spread.
The virus is especially dangerous for older adults and young children.
Handwashing with soap and water is critical, as alcohol-based sanitizers are ineffective.
The public is advised to avoid hospitals, care homes, and food preparation, clean surfaces with bleach, and stay hydrated.
Over 1,100 hospital beds were affected in England’s North West, where daily hospitalizations reached 164—30% higher than the prior week.
Los brotes de norovirus en el Reino Unido aumentaron en enero de 2026, con casos un 74% por encima de la media, lo que provocó advertencias de salud para permanecer en casa, lavarse las manos y evitar los hospitales y los hogares de ancianos.