How to Prevent the Spread of Norwalk Virus?
The best way to prevent the spread of Norwalk viruses is by thorough handwashing after toilet use and before preparing or serving foods for at least 15 seconds. In addition, have plenty of rest and stay home until your Norwalk virus symptoms are gone. Other preventive measures are: 1. People who already have a Norwalk virus infection should never prepare food for others. 2. Those who are sick with diarrhea or vomiting should not work in daycare centers or health care facilities until these symptoms have stopped. 3. Dispose or clean and disinfect infected materials or contaminated surfaces immediately after an incident of Norwalk virus infection in your home. 4. Eat only thoroughly cooked shellfish. Avoid food or water that might be prepared in an unsanitary way such as party foods and raw or uncooked foods. 5. Immediately wash clothing that may be contaminated with Norwalk virus after an illness incident. 6. Avoid handshaking when its not necessary. Treatment for Norwalk Virus Infectio
