date:Dec 26, 2012
lness is being caused by a virus germ called norovirus. This infection is very common this time of year. Symptoms usually last about 1-3 days and can cause dehydration, which can be dangerous for children and for elderly people.
Stomach illness is easily spread to others by direct contact with an ill person, touching contaminated surfaces or objects and then placing their hand in their mouth, or eating food that might have been contaminated by an ill person. This is especially a concern in grou