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This month, there have been 1,764 cases of fever, 609 cases of gastroenteritis, seven cases of leptospirosis, four cases of dengue and 213 cases of malaria. The civic administration has already identified vulnerable areas which are prone to monsoon related diseases and has accordingly trained its staff. (Mumbai Newsline)
Guernsey attacked over dirty beaches May 24, 2008
These could range from ear and throat infections to gastroenteritis or worse. The MCS claims that, on average, one in seven swimmers risks contracting sewage-related illnesses on beaches that fail to meet its strict cleanliness criteria, compared with one in 25 on recommended beaches. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Smallpox Drug: Cure For The Common Cold? May 21, 2008
They generally cause acute upper respiratory infections including colds, tonsillitis and ear infections, but they can also cause conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis and bladder infections. Most people are able to recover from an adenovirus infection, but in some young children and people with weakened immune systems, adenovirus infections can turn virulent and even deadly. (Science Daily)
Paltrow reveals baby break fears May 21, 2008
Phoenix was unable to attend the premiere in Cannes, added Gray, because he had been hospitalised with viral gastroenteritis. "I spoke to him just after I arrived in Cannes and he was like, 'dude, I'm throwing up'.". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Small pox drug to cure cold May 21, 2008
They generally cause acute upper respiratory infections including colds, tonsillitis and ear infections, but they can also cause conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis and bladder infections. CMX001 is an oral pro-drug, or derivative, of cidofovir, a drug developed by Gilead Sciences, Inc. to treat a type of retinitis in AIDS patients. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Boost in Melton health service May 20, 2008
Health Minister Daniel Andrews said several factors, including a surge in gastroenteritis cases, contributed to the figures. "We still managed to treat more patients across the hospital system, with the number who received treatment within benchmark times increasing at the same time," he said. (Melton Leader)
Gastro back again, 35 hospitalized May 13, 2008
BANGALORE: Gastroenteritis cases have resurfaced in the city. On Monday itself, over 35 people were treated at the Isolation Hospital from Shamanna Garden area in J J Nagar. (Times of India)
Anti-virulence Factor In Salmonella Discovered May 12, 2008
Salmonellosis, infection from Salmonella, can lead to gastroenteritis or typhoid fever -- a severe life-threatening systemic disease. The finding, published in Public Library of Science, suggests that there is a distinct pathway in Salmonella that acts as an anti-virulence factor during salmonellosis. (Science Daily)
Canadian train quarantined after... May 10, 2008
Noroviruses are a group of viruses that cause the stomach flu, or gastroenteritis. They also are sometimes called Norwalk-like viruses and are highly contagious. (CNN -- Law)
Props just keep on dropping May 8, 2008
Winger Lachie Turner was recovering from a bout of gastroenteritis, while doubts remained over fullback Sam Norton-Knight, whose vision was affected by a knock in the Bulls clash. Rupert Guinness. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
McKenzie mulls Tuqiri fullback switch May 8, 2008
Carraro and Tahu ran in the likely starting side at Tuesday's training, although Tahu's time on the wing was to cover for Lachie Turner, who was missing because of a bout of gastroenteritis. McKenzie was "getting closer" to deciding his bench, but a 4-3 forwards-backs split is the fancied option. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Performance of a 70-mer oligonucleotide microarray for genotyping of Campylobacter jejuni. May 8, 2008
Campylobacter jejuni is widespread in the environment and is the major cause of bacterial gastroenteritis in humans. In the present study we use microarray-based comparative genomic hybridizations (CGH), pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) and multilocus sequence typing (MLST) to analyze closely related C.jejuni isolates from chicken and human infection. (BioMed Central)
Noting dehydration symptoms can save a child's life May 3, 2008
Dr Ong Eng Keow, Consultant Paediatrician, Thomson Medical Centre, said: "The young ones tend to get dehydrated more quickly, compared to the older kids because they are smaller in size, and milk is the main source of nutrition. Older kids do take some solids as well. "I would say that about 5 to 10 percent of the children who vomit and have diarrhoea do get dehydrated when they get gastroenteritis or gut infection or what we commonly call stomach flu. "Other bugs that can lead to dehydration... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Some keyboards 'dirtier than a toilet' May 2, 2008
Should somebody have a cold in your office, or even have gastroenteritis, you're very likely to pick it up from a keyboard ... "Should somebody have a cold in your office, or even have gastroenteritis, you're very likely to pick it up from a keyboard.". (BBC News)
DPH Issues Consumer Warning for Chang Farm Soy Sprouts Because of Bacteria Contamination May 2, 2008
If contaminated food is eaten, it can result in a mild illness called listerial gastroenteritis or a severe, sometimes life-threatening illness. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and sometimes nausea or diarrhea. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Chipotle reopens after health scare Apr 21, 2008
Norovirus gastroenteritis ... Outbreaks of norovirus gastroenteritis have been traced to restaurants, cruise ships, nursing homes and other places where large numbers of people are served meals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... People working with food who are sick with norovirus gastroenteritis are a particular risk to others, because they handle the food and drink many other people will consume. (Akron Beacon Journal)
Time to eat, drink and be wary Apr 17, 2008
More than 17 million cases of gastroenteritis are estimated to occur in Australia each year, about a third of which are caused by foodborne infections, according to the The National Gastroenteritis Survey ... While many cases of gastroenteritis do not require medical attention, stomach bugs keep people away from work, costing the country an estimated $1 ... On the other hand, an outbreak of acute gastroenteritis among Queensland school students at Darling Harbour on a music camp 18 months ago... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The Causes of Infection Apr 16, 2008
Viruses are responsible for many illnesses: flu, chicken pox, AIDS, measles and some types of gastroenteritis to name a few ... Bacteria: the many types are responsible for a very large number of diseases such as gastroenteritis, sore throat, abscess, tuberculosis and meningitis. (Suite101.com)
* Health official urges caution against cholera Apr 11, 2008
Cholera is an acute type of gastroenteritis caused by the bacterium vibrio cholerae. The bacterial infection of the small intestines can be mild with no symptoms, but in severe cases it can cause massive diarrhea, vomiting and leg cramps. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Next Stop, Wonderland Apr 10, 2008 FDA OKs New Rotavirus Vaccine Apr 8, 2008 * Doctors warn warming will cause health issues Apr 7, 2008 Doctors issue climate change health warning Apr 6, 2008 65 sickened by Norovirus in Md. Apr 5, 2008 FDA APPROVES ROTARIX(R) [Rotavirus Vaccine, live, oral], THE FIRST VACCINE LICENSED TO COMPLETE THE ROTAVIRUS IMMUNIZATION SERIES BY FOUR MONTHS OF AGE Apr 4, 2008 Mysterious Illness Sickens 12 at Reagan National Apr 4, 2008 Bradford health summarized Apr 4, 2008 Bacterial Combinations Do Not Result In Enhanced Cytokine Production, Study Shows Apr 1, 2008 Salmonella Strains In Humans Distinct From Strains In Animals Mar 28, 2008 Contaminated water cause gastro outbreak Mar 28, 2008 Tips from the Journals of the American Society for Microbiology Mar 27, 2008 Schwarzer's late save secures draw for Australia Mar 26, 2008 How HIV Turns Food-poisoning Into Lethal Infection Mar 25, 2008 New Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Works for Adults, Children Mar 22, 2008 Scientists See Norwalk Virus' Achilles Heel Mar 21, 2008 * Rubbish piles up as Greek workers strike over pensions Mar 19, 2008 Dirty Dancing star Patrick Swayze given only weeks to live Mar 6, 2008 Aunt Jemima Recall Mar 6, 2008 Cody meningitis cases share no links, official says Mar 4, 2008 Gastro outbreak hits SA hospital ward Feb 28, 2008 FOCUS: GlaxoSmithKline's Rotarix Set To Reach Key US Market Feb 22, 2008 Probiotic may be the rage, but it isnt always safe Feb 19, 2008 Shellfish program puts consumers at risk: report Feb 18, 2008 Growing push for egg-farm closure Feb 18, 2008 Viral outbreak in Mississauga causes ER jam Feb 17, 2008 Norovirus returns to hospital Feb 15, 2008 Benevolent bacteria Feb 14, 2008 How Noroviruses Cause Repeated Outbreaks Of 'Stomach Flu' Feb 14, 2008 Vaccine for stomach flu may be possible, UNC research shows Feb 14, 2008 Flu is making the rounds Feb 9, 2008 Staying Dry at Beach May Spare Your Stomach Feb 9, 2008 Flu bug hits Villanova | Students flood health centers, hospital after widespread campus virus causes vomiting, dehydration Feb 8, 2008 The Chikungunya Question Feb 7, 2008 Stomach Flu? Six Simple Steps To Protect Against Noroviruses Feb 6, 2008 Women Take Almost 50 Percent More Short-term Sick Leave Than Men Feb 6, 2008 Sitting on wet sand too long may cause stomach bug: study Feb 4, 2008 Post the First Comment Feb 3, 2008 AMA cautions against pharmacist sick certificates Feb 3, 2008 The accidental tourist: Dealing with medical care abroad Feb 2, 2008 Malaria Vaccine Trials Begin Using 'Chimpanzee Virus' Feb 2, 2008 Two gastro patients test positive for cholera in Bharathinagar Feb 2, 2008 Malaria jab hope over chimp virus Feb 1, 2008 They are not confirmed cases of cholera, says BBMP Feb 1, 2008 More go down with gastro Feb 1, 2008 Water borne disease erupts in Bangalore Jan 30, 2008 Tips for Fighting Winter's Chills and Ills Jan 30, 2008 Thirty persons down with gastroenteritis in Bangalore Jan 29, 2008 Ward still closed after norovirus outbreak Jan 28, 2008 Rangers reload in the outfield Jan 24, 2008 Panel pushing use of baby vaccine Jan 23, 2008 More listeria found Jan 21, 2008 Virus closes Arlee schools a second day Jan 18, 2008 Virus outbreak halts visits to 2 area prisons Jan 16, 2008 U.S. Food Safety: Foodborne Illnesses a Menu for Disaster Jan 15, 2008 Vomiting bug 'hits three million' Jan 12, 2008 Public health advisory issued for Nye Beach Jan 11, 2008 Illness strikes flight, 70 passengers quarantined Jan 10, 2008 Air Canada passengers detained after health scare Jan 10, 2008 Vic gastro outbreak prompts warning Jan 10, 2008 Tracy Prisoners On Lockdown Due To Stomach Flu Jan 9, 2008 Stomach bug sweeping UK Jan 4, 2008 Bug forces hospital ward closures Jan 4, 2008 What lies beneath Jan 3, 2008 Telemedicine: Health Alert Via Satellite Jan 2, 2008
The breakneck pace and brutal hours do take their toll: One of the group's original members, Hyun A, succumbed to fainting spells and chronic gastroenteritis, and was finally removed by her parents for the sake of her health. But the rest of the band shares Sun Ye's matter-of-fact attitude toward their workload. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Universal Detection Technology Receives Purchase Order From Quiznos Restaurant Franchise for Anti MRSA Decontamination System Apr 9, 2008
Studies performed by the Center for Disease Control also show that MRSA can cause gastroenteritis if the area where food is prepared or people who handle food are contaminated with MRSA. The CDC study is another example of the recent spread of CA-MRSA.. Removing mold, mildew and bacteria can involve strong chemicals that can trigger health problems. (Primezone Releases)
It's designed to ward off gastroenteritis, which causes vomiting and diarrhea in children ... 7 million cases of gastroenteritis in U.S. children each year -- and about 55,000 to 70,000 of those children require hospitalization ... There are many strains of rotavirus; the new vaccine protects against rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by the G1, G3, G4, and G9 strains, the agency said. (MEDLINEplus)
Meanwhile, greater air pollution would increase respiratory illnesses and higher temperatures could raise the risk of some infectious diseases such as gastroenteritis and some mosquito-borne ailments such as dengue fever. The report noted that climate change already posed a threat. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Co-author Doctor Graeme Horton says that includes more cases of heat stroke, mosquito-transmitted diseases and gastroenteritis outbreaks. He says its important for the health system and the community to be prepared to cope with the strain. (ABC Online)
Noroviruses cause the stomach flu, also known as gastroenteritis, the health department said. People can get it through contact with infected people, ingesting contaminated food or drink, or by touching contaminated items and then their mouths. (USA Today)
Vaccine Offers Early Protection with Only Two Doses Against the Most Commonly Circulating Rotavirus Types in the U.S. PHILADELPHIA, April 3, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GlaxoSmithKline (NYSE: ) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ROTARIX(R) [Rotavirus Vaccine, live, oral] for the prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis in infants ... ROTARIX is indicated for the prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis caused by G1 and non-G1 types (G3, G4, and G9)... (PR Newswire)
The patients appear to have gastroenteritis and seem to be recovering quickly, said Arlington County Public Health Director Reuben Varghese. Officials are investigating whether the illnesses were caused by a common food exposure, he said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Heart failure and shock, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and esophagitis, gastroenteritis, and miscellaneous digestive disorders round out the top five. For children 17 and under, the leading causes of hospitalization were related to birth and related complications, but bronchitis and asthma was the third leading reason county kids are hospitalized. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
20, 2007) Salmonella is one of the major causes of food-borne gastroenteritis worldwide, with an estimated 160,000 cases reported annually in the European Union alone. Probiotics, described as live. (Science Daily)
In contrast to all animal and human bacteremia samples tested, only 10 of 29 serovar typhimurium isolates from gastroenteritis patients were virulent ... 20, 2007) Salmonella is one of the major causes of food-borne gastroenteritis worldwide, with an estimated 160,000 cases reported annually in the European Union alone. (Science Daily)
The gastroenteritis outbreak that killed four people and left 178 hospitalized in Karangasem regency was caused by water contaminated with e-coli bacteria, Bali Health Agency confirmed ... "I have received the laboratory results today and they show the cause of gastroenteritis is e-coli bacteria," Subrata told The Jakarta Post here on Thursday ... Two casualties died from gastroenteritis, while another two died due to complications from diseases triggered by the gastroenteritis infection,... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
In contrast to all animal and human bacteremia samples tested, only 10 of 29 serovar typhimurium isolates from gastroenteritis patients were virulent. Lastly, among the serovar typhimurium isolates harboring virulent Salmonella, 6 of 31 from human salmonellosis patients were avirulent in mice, in direct contrast to the virulence exhibited by all the animal isolates studied. (EurekAlert!)
Australia coach Pim Verbeek, who overcame a bout of gastroenteritis on Tuesday to oversee the match, said he was pleased with the draw. "We only had two days' preparation and the Chinese team had two and a half months so I think we played very well ... I'm very proud of the boys," the Dutchman said. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Normally, this infection is limited to the intestine, causing gastroenteritis. In AIDS patients, however, the infection spreads to the bloodstream and causes what is called NTS bacteremia. (Science Daily)
Side effects included gastrointestinal bleeding, bronchitis, and gastroenteritis. "The results of this placebo-controlled and open-label extension study with tocilizumab in children with systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis show a sustained clinical improvement and a favorable risk-benefit profile," the Japanese team wrote. (MEDLINEplus)
9, 2002) Gastroenteritis plagues nursing home residents every year, but until recently, scientists have been unable to identify the predominant cause of these outbreaks. Because both bacteria and viruses are. (Science Daily)
"There is a risk of outbreaks of infection, such as gastroenteritis," he said. Almost every sector has been affected by the action, which is expected to reach a climax ahead of a parliamentary vote on the legislation tomorrow. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
It is thought that at first, Swayze thought he was suffering from gastroenteritis. He is believed to have started showing symptoms at Christmas as he filmed a pilot for TV series The Beast - and was first taken to hospital after coughing up blood. (Mirror.co.uk)
Salmonella causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and gastroenteritis. It is dangerous to the elderly, the very young, and those with a compromised immune system. (Suite101.com)
That patient initially sought medical treatment and was thought to have gastroenteritis, or stomach flu. But after his symptoms worsened, he was seen at the West Park Hospital emergency room Thursday and diagnosed with meningitis. (Billings Gazette)
SA health authorities have closed an Adelaide hospital paediatric ward after 14 children and three staff fell ill with gastroenteritis ... "We have confirmed that this is a form of viral gastroenteritis which normally causes brief illness. "Maximum infection control strategies are in place, including restricted patient movement in and out of the ward ... This is the most effective way of ending outbreaks of this form of viral gastroenteritis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Rotavirus infects nearly every child worldwide by the age of five and is the leading cause of severe gastroenteritis in infants and young children, often resulting in hospitalization. It's also one of the causes of childhood death in developing countries in Africa and Asia. (CNNMoney.com)
However, people have to be careful because probiotics can not only be harmful in cases of pancreatitis but also in liver infections and general infections like gastroenteritis. 1 | Latest in India. (Daily News & Analysis)
No one died, though there were severe cases of gastroenteritis. And almost every year, recreational harvesters become ill with paralytic toxin poisoning. (Globe and Mail)
The State Government was under pressure yesterday over the latest disease outbreak that left 80 people with gastroenteritis, almost 50 confirmed as caused by salmonella. It has said Pitt's Poultry supplied the eggs linked to several outbreaks since 2005 but it cannot be certain it was the latest disease source. (NEWS.com.au)
"If they are feeling unwell with any infection problems gastroenteritis or stomach flu or respiratory illness they should abstain from coming to the hospital until they are completely well. Those who visit the hospital should take special care in hand hygiene; that means washing hands and using the hand rubs placed everywhere throughout the hospital.". Sarabia said the virus may have entered the hospital from the community, though the hospital is still trying to determine how the... (Toronto Star)
"Norovirus is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in England and although relatively mild, norovirus illness can occur at any age because immunity to it is not long-lasting." The hospital closed a different ward for two weeks last month to isolate four patients affected by the illness, more commonly known as the winter vomiting virus. The affected ward was re-opened on January 28, after a deep clean, according to the hospital. (Newbury Weekly News Group)
Small studies have suggested that certain probiotics might help treat or prevent some types of gastroenteritis, diarrhea and allergic skin reactions, and the bugs are being investigated for many other ailments. The NIH has declared the study of gastrointestinal bacteria and probiotics a major research initiative. (North County Times)
13, 2008) Norovirus, a common cause of gastroenteritis ("stomach flu"), could potentially be controlled by a vaccine ... 28, 2005) A majority of traveler s diarrhea cases among U.S. travelers to Mexico and Guatemala were attributed to Norovirus, a common cause of nonbacterial gastroenteritis outbreaks usually associated. (Science Daily)
Noroviruses are the leading cause of viral acute gastroenteritis ... The viruses are especially hard on the elderly in 2006, 19 deaths were associated with norovirus acute gastroenteritis in long-term care facilities in the United States. (EurekAlert!)
The Missoula City-County Health Department is also seeing an increase in the number of reported flu cases and a slew of gastroenteritis viruses, otherwise known as the stomach flu ... One such gastroenteritis is called norovirus, which is the bug that caused schools in Arlee to shut down for a couple of days in January because of an outbreak among students and staff. (Missoulian, MT)
"Our findings suggest that there is an increased risk of acquiring gastroenteritis the longer a bather either sits in the wet sand or stays in the water," Fleisher said in a prepared statement. "The probability that an individual will become sick increases over expected non-exposure rates from six out of 1,000 people for a 10-minute exposure to approximately 12 out of 100 people for a two-hour stay in the wet sand.". (Health-Finder)
The norovirus, a type of gastroenteritis that causes severe flu-like symptoms, hit the campus of Villanova University last week, affecting more than 100 students. It caused an increase in visits to the university health center and local hospitals, said Kaitlin Ryan, captain of Villanova Emergency Medical Services. (Daily Orange, NY)
Rising water temperatures off the coast of Alaska allowed the bacteria Vibrio parahaemolyticus to move much farther north than previously, contributing to a 2004 outbreak of gastroenteritis in cruise ship passengers from contaminated oysters. Higher temperatures in Peru during the 1997-1998 El Nio phenomenon were associated with a doubling of diarrhea cases requiring hospital admission in children. (Slate)
28, 2005) A majority of traveler s diarrhea cases among U.S. travelers to Mexico and Guatemala were attributed to Norovirus, a common cause of nonbacterial gastroenteritis outbreaks usually associated. (Jun. (Science Daily)
7, 2005) Workers who take probiotics daily are less likely to be off work with common illnesses, such as colds and gastroenteritis, than workers who don't. An exploratory study published today in the open. (Science Daily)
The University of Florida study found that the more time spent on the wet sand or in the water, the greater the chance of suffering from gastroenteritis ... "There is an increase risk of acquiring gastroenteritis the longer a bather either sits in the wet sand or stays in the water," said Jay Fleisher professor College of Osteopathic Medicine-Nova Southeastern University. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
A common form of gastroenteritis known as the "norovirus" or "norwalk-like virus" has infected over 100 members of Villanova's community throughout the past week, resulting in an overwhelming number of student absences and hospital visits. With symptoms that include vomiting, stomach pain, dehydration and even spells of unconsciousness, this disease has been especially prevalent among students living in the close quarters of residence halls. (The Villanovan, PA)
"Apart from something such as a headache which could turn out to be significantly serious like meningitis, a tummy upset or a gastroenteritis which is a viral infection, it could in fact be something as serious as a bleeding ulcer," she said. "The consequences for the worker or the employee are very significant.". (ABC Online)
Buenos Aires, Argentina Gastroenteritis sidelined me for a few days in India. While jogging in Australia, I suffered a bad ankle sprain. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
However, because human adenoviruses, which cause diseases including the common cold and gastroenteritis, are widespread, most people have developed some immunity towards them. Using a chimpanzee adenovirus ensures that a recipient is unlikely to have resistance to this component of the vaccine. (Science Daily)
81 fresh cases of gastroenteritis reported in the area. 1,502 treated for gastroenteritis at BBMP hospital ... BANGALORE: The number of gastroenteritis cases in Bharathinagar area is coming down with 81 fresh cases reported from the area on Friday as against 528 cases on January 28, when there was an outbreak of the disease following contamination of drinking water. (Hindu)
Previous research had shown that adenoviruses, which cause common problems such as colds and gastroenteritis, are particularly effective at triggering such an immune response. But as many people will have been exposed to the human adenovirus the team, funded by the Wellcome Trust, turned to the chimp version. (BBC News -- Health)
Moreover, treatment for cholera and gastroenteritis is almost similar and there is no need to panic as we have taken sufficient precautions, Dr. Gayathri said ... However, the possibility of the presence of the Vibrio cholerae bacteria in several persons suffering from gastroenteritis cannot be ruled out, and this is known as sub-clinical status, he said ... Referring to gastroenteritis cases, he said that so far the ED Hospital has treated 274 patients 134 in-patients for gastroenteritis since... (Hindu)
The number of people affected by gastroenteritis after eating food at several Hobart functions last week is growing. The eastern shore catering outlet responsible for the outbreak has closed voluntarily. (ABC Online)
Maya Sharma Wednesday, January 30, 2008 (Bangalore) The dreaded summer ailment - gastroenteritis - has already surfaced in Bangalore ... Not only gastroenteritis cases, they are just outpatients with cough and fever,'' said Dr L T Gayathri, Chief Health Officer, BBMP.. (NDTV.com)
The second most common disease among students this time of year is gastroenteritis, a disease infecting the lining of the stomach and intestines. The symptoms include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. (The Daily Universe, UT)
BANGALORE: At least 30 people from two areas in Bangalore have been admitted to the Epidemics Diseases Hospital (Isolation Hospital) in the past four days after they reported symptoms of gastroenteritis. Twenty patients are from Neelasandra and the rest are from Bharathinagar, and the cases are confirmed as gastroenteritis, sources at the Isolation Hospital told The Hindu ... Confusion prevailed in the BBMP over how many cases of gastroenteritis had been confirmed. (Hindu)
"Norovirus is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in England and although relatively mild, norovirus illness can occur at any age because immunity to it is not long-lasting." The symptoms of norovirus infection, more commonly known as the winter vomiting virus, begin around 12 to 48 hours after becoming infected. Symptoms, which last for 12 to 60 hours, start with the sudden onset of nausea followed by projectile vomiting and watery diarrhoea. (Newbury Weekly News Group)
The numbers could have been better, but he missed time by going on the disabled list in May with gastroenteritis and again in July with a sprained right wrist. He still finished the season with a. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Rotavirus is a family of viruses that causes gastroenteritis, a common childhood disease that infects virtually all children by the age of 5 ... According to NACI, if all babies were vaccinated, about 56,000 cases of rotavirus gastroenteritis would be prevented annually, as would 33,000 physician visits, 15,000 emergency department visits and up to 5,000 hospitalizations ... It prevented 98 per cent of severe gastroenteritis caused by rotaviruses and cut hospitalizations by 63 per cent. Rotarix... (Globe and Mail)
After an outbreak of gastroenteritis and fever among people who attended a picnic, health officials determined that 45 people who had drunk chocolate milk got sick. One theory health officials are considering is that cleaning activities at the Shrewsbury plant may have unintentionally contaminated processing equipment, allowing bacteria to enter the finished milk products. (Worcester Telegram)
Test results from the state health lab that arrived late Thursday afternoon confirmed the offending bug is norovirus, a viral gastroenteritis also known as Norwalk or cruise ship disease. Billings and Yellowstone County have been dealing with norovirus since 2006, when as many as 4,700 people were sickened. (Montana Standard, MT)
CDCR spokesman Lt. Brian Parriott said 125 to 140 inmates were diagnosed with norovirus gastroenteritis infections in Avenal. The outbreak at the Avenal prison was reported on Jan. 2, and the number of inmates showing symptoms has since gone down to 50, said Rachel Kagan, spokeswoman for California's prison medical receiver. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Norwalk virus is a virus that can cause viral gastroenteritis, acute nonbacterial gastroenteritis, food poisoning, and food infection and is transmitted mostly by contaminated water, sometimes by contaminated food. Shellfish, particularly raw clams and oysters, and salad ingredients, are the foods most often implicated in Norwalk outbreaks. (Health-Finder)
Norovirus - also known as winter vomiting disease - is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in the UK.. Hospitals have been affected by outbreaks with many wards around the country having to close to new admissions to prevent the spread of the illness. (BBC News -- Health)
Water samples indicate higher-than-normal levels of fecal bacteria, which can result in gastroenteritis, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections and other illnesses. Direct contact with the water should be avoided until the advisories are lifted, especially for children and the elderly, who may be more vulnerable to waterborne bacteria. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Public Health Agency of Canada spokesman Alain DesRoche said the three passengers taken to the hospital were suffering from "acute gastroenteritis." Their symptoms included vomiting, nausea and diarrhea, DesRoche said in a statement. DesRoche said 75 passengers were initially detained. (MSNBC -- Travel)
We had masks on, white suits on, and sat there for an hour until they told us to go home. " The problem started on the plane as a number of people became sick aboard flight 085, travelling to Toronto from Tel Aviv, Israel. Staff at Pearson International Airport took 75 passengers out of 201 people travelling on the flight aside to have them checked out by a medical team. They were taken to a separate room and some of them were told to put on face masks and white suits. After an initial... (CTV.ca)
Victorians are being reminded about the importance of good personal hygiene, including hand washing, after an outbreak of gastroenteritis last month. Victoria's chief health minister John Carnie said there were 106 cases of gastro caused by the cryptosporidium parasite last month with symptoms including watery diarrhoea, stomach cramps and vomiting. (The Age)
A spokesman for Deuel Vocational Institution said it is the third year in a row inmates have been diagnosed with gastroenteritis ... The problem was worse in 2006, when gastroenteritis spread to nine state prisons. (NBC 11, CA)
Norovirus - also known as winter vomiting disease - is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in the UK.. Wash your hands regularly so you don't infect anyone else and stay at home two days after the symptoms have gone. (BBC News -- Health)
Norovirus is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis in England and Wales. The virus is easily transmitted by contact with an infected person, by consuming contaminated food or water or by contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
If the levels are too high, swimmers risk getting ailments such as gastroenteritis and hepatitis. The worst place to swim is in stormwater drains. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Analysis of victims sheltered in a camp quickly made it obvious that there was a threat of gastroenteritis. Thanks to the satellite, specialised doctors - although far away, either in Heraklion or even in Athens - could immediately help the teams on site. (Science Daily)
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