CHINA DETECTS NOROVIRUS CASES AT SHANGHAI SCHOOL

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Fri 21 March 2025:

China has detected cases of norovirus at a school in the coastal city of Shanghai, state media reported on Wednesday.

The cases were detected after some students experienced nausea and vomiting at a middle school in the Fengxian district in the biggest Chinese city and subsequent epidemiological investigation found the students fell ill due to the virus.

While the treatment of the affected individuals has been underway, the district health authority said the situation was “stable, and no severe cases have been reported.”

“With spring being a peak season for infectious diseases, the school will further enhance preventive measures for students,” the local education authority noted.

Also known as stomach flu” or the “stomach bug,” norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea.

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Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, which is inflammation of the stomach and intestines. It spreads through contaminated food, water, surfaces, or direct contact with infected people.

Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and nausea, usually starting 12 to 48 hours after exposure. The illness is typically short-lived, lasting 1 to 3 days, but it can be severe, especially for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

Good hygiene, like handwashing and disinfecting surfaces, is key to prevention. There is no specific treatment, but staying hydrated is important.

SOURCE: INDEPENDENT PRESS AND NEWS AGENCIES

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