Why norovirus is so difficult to eradicate: How to defend yourself against “the perfect pathogen”

 

Although the virus is not exclusive to cruise ships. Preschools, prisons, hospitals, and nursing homes may all experience outbreaks.

Another way to lower the risk of illness is to stay away from raw or undercooked seafood. Because norovirus can withstand temperatures as high as 145°F, it cannot be killed by rapid steaming.

Because RNA viruses, like norovirus, have a high rate of mutation, you may still be sick every year even if you have already had to deal with the virus.

Because norovirus may remain on surfaces for weeks or months, cleaning it is infamously difficult. When cleaning a contaminated surface,

Such one that has come into touch with vomit or diarrhoea, it is crucial to wear gloves and use bleach. The region should be exposed to bleach for a minimum of five minutes.

When cleaning a polluted surface, use paper towels that can be thrown away instead of rags that can be reused.

 

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