Does hand sanitizer kill norovirus? Here's what really works
Norovirus cases in the US have more than doubled compared to last season's peak. The highly contagious virus causes acute gastroenteritis, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. It typically spreads through direct contact, contaminated food, or surfaces. The CDC advises thorough hand washing and sanitation over using hand sanitizers, which are ineffective against norovirus.
Norovirus cases in the US have more than doubled compared to last season's peak. The highly contagious virus causes acute gastroenteritis, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. It typically spreads through direct contact, contaminated food, or surfaces. The CDC advises thorough hand washing and sanitation over using hand sanitizers, which are ineffective against norovirus.
