Illinois had at least 103 outbreaks of the stomach bug norovirus in November and December – a dramatic increase from previous years, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

CHICAGO — Illinois had at least 103 outbreaks of the stomach bug norovirus in November and December — a dramatic increase from previous years, according to the Illinois Department of Public ...

This winter has seen more norovirus outbreaks than the past six winters in Illinois. Outbreaks in November and December were over four times higher than the same period in 2023.

Norovirus in Illinois. While a seasonal uptick in respiratory viruses is expected in winter each year, we’re still seeing higher overall numbers than in previous seasons, Sundareshan said.

From Aug. 1 to Dec. 11, there were 495 norovirus outbreaks reported to the CDC’s NoroSTAT system. In that same period last year, there were 363 norovirus outbreaks.

Illinois is now experiencing high levels of respiratory illnesses such as flu and RSV, ... the nation has seen a dramatic rise in outbreaks of norovirus — an illness that can cause vomiting and ...

FDA issues warning about certain oysters from Canada over norovirus 00:24. CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday warned stores and restaurants around the country not to ...

Annually, norovirus causes 19 to 21 million cases of vomiting and diarrhea in the U.S., 465,000 emergency room visits, 109,000 hospitalizations, and 900 deaths, per the CDC. Last winter, cases and ...

Norovirus concerns lead to massive oyster recall, including in Illinois By NBC Chicago Staff • Published December 18, 2024 • Updated on December 18, 2024 at 7:45 pm BOOKMARKER ...

Illinois had at least 103 outbreaks of the stomach bug norovirus in November and December — a dramatic increase from previous years, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. During ...