Winter viruses - norovirus and flu

The NHS is also reminding everyone about norovirus, commonly known as the winter vomiting bug, and flu – which is high in our communities at the moment.


Norovirus symptoms usually last between 12 and 48 hours. During this time, those affected are advised to rest, stay hydrated, and minimise contact with others while symptomatic.


Anyone experiencing norovirus should stay at home and avoid contact with others until at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped. This includes refraining from visiting workplaces, social gatherings, and healthcare settings, unless strictly necessary.


If you have flu, or flu symptoms, please help stop the spread of the virus. Flu is very infectious and easily spread to other people. You’re more likely to give it to others in the first five days. To reduce the risk of spreading flu:

  • wash your hands often with warm water and soap
  • cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (if you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the bend of your elbow, not into your hand)
  • bin used tissues as quickly as possible

Staying at home helps prevent the spread of the virus and protects vulnerable individuals.


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