How to Protect Against Norovirus?

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the bathroom, changing diapers, and before eating or preparing food

Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer only as a supplement, not a replacement for handwashing

Avoid close contact with sick people

Stay home when you are sick and for at least 48 hours after symptoms stop

Clean and disinfect contaminated surfaces with a bleach-based or EPA-registered disinfectant effective against norovirus

Wash contaminated laundry, bedding, and clothing with hot water and detergent

Wear disposable gloves when cleaning vomit or diarrhea

Dispose of vomit and stool safely and promptly

Rinse fruits and vegetables well before eating

Cook shellfish thoroughly

Use safe drinking water

Do not prepare food for others while sick or shortly after recovery

Avoid sharing food, drinks, utensils, and towels with infected people

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