Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 7 - The Control of Microbial Growth - Clinical Case: A School Epidemic - Question - Page 182: 1

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Norovirus is highly contagious and spreads easily through food and drink that are contaminated during preparation. It is a cause of sudden onset of severe vomiting and diarrhea. Norovirus infections usually occur in closed and crowded environments. Its symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, loose diarrhea, fever, and muscle pain.

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Norovirus is highly contagious and spreads easily through food and drink that are contaminated during preparation. It is a cause of sudden onset of severe vomiting and diarrhea. Norovirus infections usually occur in closed and crowded environments. Its symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, loose diarrhea, fever, and muscle pain.
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