Are enterovirus infections more common in some years than in others?
Enteroviruses occur more often in individual communities during some years compared to other years. There is no predictable pattern when an individual community will experience an increase in enterovirus infections. Can enterovirus infections be prevented? There is no vaccine to prevent the enteroviruses that occur in the United States. Frequent, thorough handwashing will prevent transmission of many infectious diseases, including enterovirus infections. Covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing will also prevent transmission of these viruses. Hands should be washed when they come in contact with oral or nasal secretions or feces, before preparing food and before eating.
