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Read about viral gastroenteritis, also called “stomach flu,” an infection of the intestines that causes diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms.

The burden of norovirus outbreaks for public health professionals figure

The burden of norovirus outbreaks for public health professionals

Noroviruses spread by having contact with infected people, consuming contaminated food or water, and touching contaminated objects or surfaces. Outbreaks occur often and can happen to people of all ages in a variety of settings.

Noroviruses spread by having contact with infected people, consuming contaminated food or water, and touching contaminated objects or surfaces. Outbreaks occur often and can happen to people of all ages in a variety of settings.

The Vessel Sanitation Program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention assists the cruise ship industry to prevent and control the introduction, transmission, and spread of gastrointestinal (GI) illnesses on cruise ships.

Vaccinate your child against rotavirus, a major cause of severe diarrhea.

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