NOROVIRUS: A HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS VIRAL GASTROENTERITIS

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, resulting in symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. It can spread rapidly through contaminated food or water. Often referred to as the "winter vomiting bug", norovirus is particularly prevalent during colder months. Symptoms usually appear 12 to 48 hours a