Norovirus, commonly known as the 'Winter Vomiting Bug,' has been causing a significant uptick in gastroenteritis cases in the United States. This highly contagious virus is characterized by symptoms such as projectile vomiting and explosive diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration in some cases.
Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate a surge in norovirus cases, particularly in the Northeastern and Western regions of the country. Test positivity rates have exceeded 12% in these areas, although they remain lower than last year's peak.
