2024-08-17 14:43:28
An outbreak of norovirus affecting 181 students in San Carlos de Bariloche, Black riverduring the last weeks of July. Insects, known for cause gastroenteritisled the authorities to investigate its origin and strengthen sanitary measures in the affected establishments.
Dr. Rodrigo Bustamante, from the area of an epidemic of the Bariloche Regional Hospital, confirmed the norovirus outbreak after receiving reports of gastrointestinal symptoms among students’ families. By the way it doesn’t matter when they were recordedsamples of the virus are sent to Malbran Institute for analysis.
To date, 181 cases of gastroenteritis have been reported among 1,500 students staying in a hotel in the Tourist Capital of Patagonia, with most cases occurring in the third week of July. The situation is controlled by cleaning and disinfecting measures, and only now there are two active timesboth with good evolution, according to El Cordillerano.
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What is norovirus and what are its symptoms
Him norovirus a very contagious that causes gastroenteritis, inflammation of the stomach and intestines. This pathogen is known for its ability to cause rapid and widespread outbreaks, especially in closed environments. In fact, the health authorities of Río Negro have already warned of another virus outbreak that occurred in 2019, noting that, although it is often called the “cruise virus”, its spread is not limited to this area and that you can spread in “closed” areas.
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Norovirus infection generally manifests itself through certain symptoms that usually appear between 12 and 48 hours after exposure to the virus. Common symptoms include: nausea, vomiting, watery diarrhea, abdominal pain and tenderness, mild fever, muscle aches and general weakness.
These symptoms can be particularly severe in individuals with compromised immune systems, older adults, and young children.
Among them less common symptoms These include postinfectious inflammatory bowel syndrome, neurological symptoms, necrotizing enterocolitis, seizures, and postinfectious arthritis in children. Similarly, in older adults, the disease can cause prolonged diarrhea and slow recovery.
How norovirus is spread
Norovirus is spread in several ways:
Contaminated water and food: The virus can be found in contaminated food and water. Eating food or drink that has been in contact with the virus is a common way of infection.
Direct contact with contaminated eyes: Touching surfaces or objects contaminated with the virus and then touching your hands to your mouth, nose, or eyes can lead to norovirus transmission.
Contact with infected people: The virus spreads easily from one person to another through close contact. This may include sharing utensils, towels, or other items with an infected person.
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Because of its high transmissibility and resistance to infectious conditions, norovirus is a frequent cause of gastroenteritis outbreaks. To avoid infection, It is important to practice good hygieneincluding washing hands regularly with soap and water, and avoiding consuming food and water from unsanitary sources. In case of severe symptoms, it is important to stay hydrated and seek appropriate medical attention.
Treatment for norovirus
Most people are infected norovirus They recover in 1 to 3 days. At this time, there is no specific treatment to fight the virus.
It is important to look for symptoms dehydration in children as well norovirussuch as crying without tears and abnormal sleep or restlessness. To prevent drying, it is recommended drink a lot of waterespecially during episodes of vomiting and diarrhea.
Las sports drinks and other caffeine- and alcohol-free options They can help in minor cases, although oral rehydration fluids are more effective. In cases of severe dehydration, which may require hospitalization, medical attention should be sought immediately.
Lose anti it is not effective against norovirussince they are designed to fight bacteria, not viruses.
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