The UK Health Security Agency has issued an urgent warning about a surge in norovirus infections, which are unusually high for the time of year, and people are being told to stay indoors. Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters UK residents are being warned about the "main danger" of norovirus as cases skyrocket across the country, with those showing symptoms advised to stay indoors. Despite it being mid-May, the UK Health Security Agency has sounded the alarm over an unusual surge in infections for this time of year.
Norovirus, also known as the "winter vomiting bug", is a stomach bug that triggers vomiting and diarrhoea , reports the Mirror . While it can be extremely unpleasant , it typically clears up within two days, according to NHS guidance. The virus, while highly uncomfortable, usually resolves itself within a few days, allowing individuals to recover at home.
The NHS emphasises that the primary risk associated with norovirus is dehydration, hence those infected are urged to keep themselves well-hydrated. "Apart from the risk of dehydration, norovirus is not generally dangerous and there are usually no long-lasting effects," the NHS explains. Symptoms of dehydration include thirst, dizziness, dark urine, and dry mouth, eyes and lips.
The NHS further advises: "If you have severe dehydratio.
