How to prevent Norovirus

Norovirus is a common gastroenteritis virus. It is not difficult to prevent it, but we need to pay more attention to it in our daily life. Norovirus is mainly transmitted through contact with contaminated food, drinking water or surfaces. Good hygiene habits are the key to prevention.

Washing your hands frequently is the first step to prevent norovirus. Especially before preparing food, before eating, and after using the bathroom, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Imagine that it is like washing away all the bacteria and viruses on your hands, which can reduce the risk of infection.

In terms of diet, make sure that food is thoroughly cooked, especially seafood. Norovirus will be killed at high temperatures, so make sure it reaches a sufficient temperature when cooking. Raw fruits and vegetables should also be washed thoroughly, preferably with running water. If conditions permit, using a dedicated disinfectant is also a good choice.

When it comes to drinking water, make sure it is safe. If you are not sure whether the water source is clean, it is best to drink boiled water or bottled water. Imagine drinking a glass of clean water, it is like injecting peace of mind into the body.

Environmental hygiene is equally important. Keeping the living environment clean, especially the kitchen and bathroom, and regularly wiping the surface with disinfectant can effectively reduce the spread of the virus. If someone in the home is infected with norovirus, the patient's vomit and excrement should be cleaned up in time, and contaminated items should be disinfected.

Avoid close contact with infected people, especially during the peak season of the virus. If someone around you is infected, try to reduce contact as much as possible, or wear a mask to protect yourself and others.

With these simple but effective measures, we can greatly reduce the risk of infection with norovirus. Remember, healthy living habits are the best medicine to prevent disease. I hope these suggestions can help you and your family stay away from the troubles of norovirus and maintain a healthy and happy life.