Overview

• Norovirus cases have risen by 41% in two weeks, reaching more than double the average level for this time of year.
• The GII.17 variant has become the most dominant strain, possibly reducing immunity from previous infections.
• Outbreaks in hospitals are 37% higher than the five-year average, creating additional pressure on the NHS.
• A new mRNA vaccine from Moderna is entering final testing stages, aiming to prevent the virus's spread.
• Health officials emphasize the importance of handwashing and avoiding contact with infected individuals to curb transmission.