Norovirus
Cruise ship stomach bug causing vomiting and diarrhea. Calicivirus causing explosive gastroenteritis outbreaks.
Key facts
| Cause | Virus |
|---|---|
| Spread | Contaminated food |
| Incubation | 0–2 days |
| Vaccine | No |
| Treatment | Supportive care (Fluid replacement) |
Did you know?
Norovirus causes explosive vomiting by directly stimulating the vagus nerve, triggering powerful stomach contractions that can launch vomit over 20 feet.
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