Norovirus infections have surged since the Lunar New Year, with more than 138,000 cases of gastroenteritis identified last week alone. In the past month, the country’s CDC has reported 87 different clusters of diarrhoeal illness and advised that just over 70 percent of cases which tested positive for norovirus had been acquired in restaurants or hotels. Read more
Advice for travellers
While it is extremely contagious, norovirus infection is generally short-lived, causing nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, which may lead to more serious complications among young children, the elderly, and the sick. To minimise the risk, wash your hands after using the toilet and before eating, and practice good hygiene. Read more on norovirus.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.