Write An Essay On Norovirus
Lauren Huffman
Angela Ellis, RN
Health Science II
11 November 2015
Norovirus
A Norovirus is a virus that is highly contagious among humans. By sequencing the RNA (a nucleic acid present in all living cells), scientists have discovered that there are many different types of Norovirus. Originally, strains were named based on the city in which they were first identified. Therefore, one common strain used to be called Norwalk virus. Based on genetic typing, we now know that there are at least 25 different strains of norovirus that affect humans.The disease occurs worldwide with approximately 800 deaths per year, with occurrence from about November until the end of May in the U.S. Therefore, the infection is sometimes known as the "winter vomiting …show more content…
So the virus has a short incubation period. The illness usually lasts two to three days and resolves by itself.
What are possible complications of having a Norovirus?
Complications are usually related to the degree of dehydration. Young children and the elderly are at special risk for dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration in children include: Passing little urine, a dry mouth or a dry tongue and lips, fewer tears when crying, sunken eyes, weakness, being irritable or lacking in energy. Symptoms of severe dehydration in children include: drowsiness, pale or blotchy skin, cold hands or feet, fast (but often shallow) breathing.
Who is the target audience?
Outbreaks of Norovirus can occur almost anywhere in the world. In 2012, a new strain named GII.4 Sydney was identified. Since the first outbreak, the virus was quickly detected in New Zealand, France, and the U.S. A new outbreak of Norovirus occurred at Yellowstone National Park, causing illness in about 200 visitors and camp employees in June 2013. The virus has mutated enough that most people will not be immune even if they’ve had a Norovirus infection in the past. Outbreaks occur frequently. In 2015, outbreaks occurred in cruise ships, restaurants, and schools. The Star Princess cruise ship had at least two different outbreaks that sickened hundreds of people in 2015. In August 2015, 98 customers and 17 employees became ill due to a Norovirus outbreak at the Chipotle
Angela Ellis, RN
Health Science II
11 November 2015
Norovirus
A Norovirus is a virus that is highly contagious among humans. By sequencing the RNA (a nucleic acid present in all living cells), scientists have discovered that there are many different types of Norovirus. Originally, strains were named based on the city in which they were first identified. Therefore, one common strain used to be called Norwalk virus. Based on genetic typing, we now know that there are at least 25 different strains of norovirus that affect humans.The disease occurs worldwide with approximately 800 deaths per year, with occurrence from about November until the end of May in the U.S. Therefore, the infection is sometimes known as the "winter vomiting …show more content…
So the virus has a short incubation period. The illness usually lasts two to three days and resolves by itself.
What are possible complications of having a Norovirus?
Complications are usually related to the degree of dehydration. Young children and the elderly are at special risk for dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration in children include: Passing little urine, a dry mouth or a dry tongue and lips, fewer tears when crying, sunken eyes, weakness, being irritable or lacking in energy. Symptoms of severe dehydration in children include: drowsiness, pale or blotchy skin, cold hands or feet, fast (but often shallow) breathing.
Who is the target audience?
Outbreaks of Norovirus can occur almost anywhere in the world. In 2012, a new strain named GII.4 Sydney was identified. Since the first outbreak, the virus was quickly detected in New Zealand, France, and the U.S. A new outbreak of Norovirus occurred at Yellowstone National Park, causing illness in about 200 visitors and camp employees in June 2013. The virus has mutated enough that most people will not be immune even if they’ve had a Norovirus infection in the past. Outbreaks occur frequently. In 2015, outbreaks occurred in cruise ships, restaurants, and schools. The Star Princess cruise ship had at least two different outbreaks that sickened hundreds of people in 2015. In August 2015, 98 customers and 17 employees became ill due to a Norovirus outbreak at the Chipotle