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April 26, 2018
Confirmed- Norovirus Outbreak affects 50 college students in New York
Henry Yan
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A norovirus outbreak was confirmed on April 25.
Hamilton College in upstate New York
said over 24 of its students were infected.
Some media have reported over 50 cases.
On-campus dining facilities were
closed down for disinfection
and the school has been cleaning
common areas around campus.
Infected students were
asked not to come to class
until 2 days after their symptoms disappeared.
The virus is spread through contact.
The CDC warns that people can transmit it
through food, water, and surfaces.
Symptoms of the norovirus include
stomach pains, nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting.
The CDC says washing hands
is the best prevention method.
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