Hand sanitizer, norovirus

Hand sanitizer isn't enough to kill norovirus, experts say. Here's what to do instead
Hand sanitizer alone isn't enough to protect you from norovirus, experts say. So it's important to know how to stay safe and wash your hands properly.
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While they’re convenient when you’re on the go, hand sanitizers will not kill norovirus, per the CDC. “The alcohol in them can’t just penetrate and disrupt this virus,” says William Schaffner, M.D., an infectious disease specialist and professor at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
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RSV, norovirus, and the flu are all on the rise again and contrary to popular belief, hand sanitizer may not work to kill all of those germs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
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Norovirus cases in the US have more than doubled compared to last season's peak. The highly contagious virus causes acute gastroenteritis, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain.
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