Health Ministry Confirms Increase in Gastroenteritis Linked to Norovirus

<p>Over the past five weeks, health facilities have seen a steady increase in individuals presenting with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. Recent lab tests have confirmed Norovirus as the primary cause of these illnesses.</p>

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<p>Norovirus is a highly contagious virus known to spread rapidly in environments with poor hygiene and inadequate sanitation. It is often transmitted through person-to-person contact, contaminated food or water, and unclean surfaces. Common sources of contamination include raw shellfish, fresh produce, and ready-to-eat foods handled by infected individuals.</p>

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