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Norovirus: what you need to know

Liz Blamire

3rd November 2022

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Norovirus, also known as winter vomiting bug, is a very unpleasant stomach bug that can make vulnerable populations very ill and each year closes hospitals and care homes to visitors.

Norovirus can spread through food.

Here's what you need to know about the ‘winter vomiting bug’ and how to avoid it: https://t.co/i7zATAw0b2 #Norovirus #WinterBug pic.twitter.com/PPd0aqg8Gp
— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) October 31, 2022

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Liz Blamire

Liz is tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care and Early Childhood Development. A former NHS midwife, she has taught in FE and secondary as HoD, is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, textbook author, and experienced senior examiner. She recently completed an MEd in Inclusion and SEND, focusing on social, emotional and behavioural needs.

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