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Bureau of Epidemiology
Bureau of Epidemiology
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Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
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Norovirus
Norovirus, also known as Norwalk and Norwalk-like virus, is a viral infection that is a common cause of gastroenteritis (diarrhea and vomiting).
Norovirus is highly contagious.
The virus occurs mainly in humans and affects people of all age groups. Norovirus is found in every part of the world. There are many strains of Norovirus that make it difficult for the body to develop immunity.
Additional Information
Norovirus Fact Sheet (English)
Norovirus Fact Sheet (Spanish)
Guidelines for Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection of Norovirus
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Norovirus
Educational Posters
Clean Up Poster (English) (168 KB)
Clean Up Poster (Spanish) (167 KB)