Norovirus

Noroviruses are a group of viruses that cause gastroenteritis (GAS-tro-en-ter-I-tis), in people.  Norovirus is known incorrectly as the "stomach flu".  Norovirus is NOT related to the flu (influenza), which is a respiratory illness caused by a different virus.  The term norovirus was recently approved as the official name for this group of viruses; previously it had been referred to as "Norwalk virus" of "Norwalk-like virus."

For more detailed information about Norovirus, refer to the resources listed below:

 

General Fact Sheet for Norovirus

Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfection

Guidelines for Control of a Suspected or Confirmed Outbreak in a Nursing Home

Investigations in Long Term Care Facilities