9 Questions
Which virus is known for causing GI outbreaks on cruise ships?
Norovirus
What is the most common complication associated with Norovirus infection?
Dehydration
Which infection was the most commonly reported to FoodNet in 2014?
Salmonella
What is the most common route of transmission for Norovirus?
Close contact with infected person
Which infection can lead to a potentially fatal condition if not treated in immunocompromised individuals?
Campylobacter
Which infection has the shortest duration of illness without treatment?
Norovirus
Which infection has the potential to spread to the bloodstream and lead to death if not treated in immunocompromised individuals?
Campylobacter
Which infection has a temporary immunity after recovery?
Norovirus
Which infection has the lowest infectious dose?
Norovirus
Study Notes
Norovirus Infection
- Norovirus is known for causing GI outbreaks on cruise ships.
Complications of Norovirus Infection
- The most common complication associated with Norovirus infection is dehydration.
FoodNet Reporting in 2014
- Norovirus infection was the most commonly reported infection to FoodNet in 2014.
Transmission of Norovirus
- The most common route of transmission for Norovirus is fecal-oral transmission.
Infections in Immunocompromised Individuals
- Norovirus infection can lead to a potentially fatal condition if not treated in immunocompromised individuals.
- Listeria infection has the potential to spread to the bloodstream and lead to death if not treated in immunocompromised individuals.
Duration of Illness
- Norovirus infection has a relatively short duration of illness without treatment.
Immunity and Infectious Dose
- There is temporary immunity after recovery from Norovirus infection.
- Norovirus has a very low infectious dose, requiring as few as 18 viral particles to cause infection.
Test your knowledge about Norovirus, also known as 'Norwalk-like viruses', its symptoms, complications, and risk factors. Learn about the transmission, infectiousness, and immunity related to Norovirus.
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