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UK Faces Surge in Norovirus Cases: Health Officials Urge Caution Amid Rising Infections Thursday, January 15, 2026 norovirus ukhsa infection hygiene outbreak flu vaccination elderly hospitals prevention Health authorities in the UK have raised the alarm following a significant increase in norovirus cases. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reported a 47% rise in infections during the first two weeks of 2026 compared to … Read More
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