Articles tagged with Gastroenteritis
A new norovirus variant was identified as the cause of increased gastroenteritis outbreaks in Europe in 2002. The data collected from ten European countries showed a striking increase in norovirus outbreaks that coincided with the emergence of the new virus variant, leading to an unusual seasonal pattern.
A study by Dr. Danielle Mohren found that employees in demanding jobs suffer from colds 20% more often than those in less demanding positions. Fatigue and burnout also increase the risk of infections, particularly gastroenteritis. The research highlights a clear link between working conditions and health.
A study led by the NIH/NIAID identified Norwalk-like viruses as the primary cause of gastroenteritis outbreaks in Maryland nursing homes. The research revealed six distinct genetic clusters among these viruses, with a predominant GII 'Bristol-like' virus strain detected in 14 of the 20 outbreaks.