As per reports, such outbreaks have been recorded in the UK, Ireland, other European countries and the US since December last year. Public health officials have urged people to ensure strict hygiene measures, wash hands regularly, and stay at home if experiencing symptoms. Thousands of Norovirus patients are being recorded in England every day with hospitals being flooded with patients having the vomiting bug.
According to data from the National Health Service (NHS), on average, 1,160 patients a day were recorded in hospital suffering from the viral infection. This is double the number observed last time in the same period. The virus has also been detected in the United States, highlighting it may have a possibility of spreading globally.
A surge across Northern Hemisphere
A British Health and Safety Executive (HSE) spokesperson has informed that a surge of virus has been detected across the northern hemisphere. The new variant GII.17, which is increasingly spreading, has enhanced the chances of infections, as people are only partially immune to it.
Since December last year, outbreaks have been recorded in the UK, Ireland, other European countries and the US. Public health officials have urged people to ensure strict hygiene measures, wash hands regularly and stay at home if experiencing symptoms.
Passengers ‘Dropping like Flies’ on P&O Cruises
In a recent suspected case of Norovirus outbreak on a British cruise ship, ‘a large number’ of passengers were “dropping like flies” due to the illness. According to a report citing a passenger, “People have been dropping like flies, throwing up in restaurants, on decks, outside cabins.” Reportedly, the ship’s captain announced the outbreak on Thursday (Feb 20) and assured that staff will “do their best” to prevent the spread of the virus.
P&O Cruises, the company which owned the ship, also offered a full refund to the guests who could not participate in shore activities due to their sickness. According to NHS, Norovirus or ‘winter vomiting bug’ is a stomach bug that can result in diarrhea and vomiting. It can be very unpleasant but usually gets better in about two days.
Common symptoms, which usually start suddenly, may include vomiting, diarrhea, and feeling sick. Patients may also experience a high temperature, headache, stomach ache, body ache and pains.
If one is suffering from a viral infection, should stay at home and get plenty of rest. Drink a lot of fluids including water and eat when feel able to. Avoid spicy or fatty foods and take paracetamol if needed. Consult a doctor in case of having weak immunity, other health conditions, or experiencing dehydration.
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