The tools for reducing the spread of norovirus are in your hands

William MacKay; Craig Williams

The tools for reducing the spread of norovirus are in your hands

William MacKay
, Craig Williams

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Abstract

Key learning points:

- Healthcare environments are vulnerable to outbreaks of norovirus throughout the year but particularly in the winter months

- Norovirus is easily spread through contact with those already infected or through contact with contaminated equipment and surfaces

- Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water can help prevent the spread of norovirus

Original language	English
Journal	Nursing in Practice
Issue number	82
Publication status	Published - Feb 2015

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