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While it's true, hand sanitizer is ineffective for Norovirus, both Nagappan and the CDC acknowledge it does work against respiratory viruses. So, keep it handy.

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Hand sanitizer: These convenient on-the-go formulas can protect against lots of other germs, and they’re fine to use in a pinch. But because norovirus is so stubborn, hand washing with soap and ...

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In addition to sheer grossness, norovirus is notable for its resistance to many cleaning agents, including alcohol-based hand sanitizers.

Proper hand washing with soap and water is important too. Alcohol sanitizers are not effective. If there's a contaminated environment such as the bathroom, clean and disinfect the area with bleach.

Alcohol sanitizers are not effective. If there’s a contaminated environment such as the bathroom, clean and disinfect the area with bleach. Why don’t sanitizers work against the norovirus? The ...

Norovirus is notable for its resistance to many cleaning and disinfecting agents, including alcohol-based hand sanitizers, so be sure to read labels closely. (Adobe Stock) ...