Guidance

Norovirus: how to stop it spreading

Information about norovirus, how it's transmitted and how to prevent it spreading.

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How to stop norovirus spreading poster

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Norovirus is also known as the winter vomiting bug. Learn about its symptoms, how to prevent it from spreading and details on recovery.

A poster is available as a PDF to download, print and display.

Further information on symptoms, how to reduce spread and treat the bug is available from NHS 111 or NHS.UK.

Published 9 October 2013
Last updated 17 April 2023 + show all updates
  1. Updated guidance.

  2. First published.