A notable shift in the viral landscape is upon us, as a dominant strain of norovirus, GII.17, appears to be altering the disease's traditional seasonality and causing an uptick in outbreaks, as suggested by a recent report from the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Historically, the US has seen a surge in norovirus outbreaks beginning…
Norovirus, colloquially known as the 'stomach bug', is traditionally associated with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. However, experts have highlighted that the virus can present with a range of other symptoms too. The norovirus has been particularly rampant this year with no signs of abating.
As per the latest data from the Centers for…
Public health authorities have set alarm bells ringing as a potent mix of COVID-19, influenza, RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus), and the highly contagious norovirus, dubbed as the 'quad-demic', is creating a degree of strain on hospitals and emergency rooms nationwide. Over the winter season, it is quite common to see an escalation in the activity…
Within healthcare settings, the recent surges in norovirus and avian influenza (H5N1) outbreaks have spotlighted the significance of infection prevention practices. As a specialist in infection prevention, your role is pivotal in initiating proactive measures to protect health care workers, patients, and the wider community. This article provides an in-depth look at the salient facets…
As an infection prevention professional, you need to be at the forefront of dealing with the 'quad-demic' that is currently bombarding the United States. According to the latest reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a simultaneous rise in the occurrence of three respiratory pathogens, COVID-19, flu, and RSVand, alongside the gastrointestinal…
As winter advances, healthcare officials are becoming increasingly concerned not only about the expected regular influx of upper respiratory illnesses, such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19 and flu, but also a notable spike in norovirus cases. This surge in contagious illnesses has sparked warnings about the onset of a possible 'quad-demic'.
Dr. Joseph Aracri, chair…
King's Mill Hospital, located in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, experienced a wave of norovirus, commonly referred to as the 'winter vomiting bug,' prompting the closure of multiple wards. This highly infectious disease initially affected nine patients, necessitating the immediate shutdown of the first ward last Wednesday. While this ward was later reopened, the hospital had to close…
In his recent presentation at IDWeek 2024, Sean N. Tucker, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and Vice President of Research at Vaxart, unveiled promising clinical trial results regarding VXA-GI.1-NN, a potential breakthrough in the prevention of Norovirus infections. Norovirus is a significant global health concern, known as a leading cause of acute gastroenteritis. Yet, the healthcare…