Norovirus sickens dozens at elementary school
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Norovirus Outbreak
The R.I. Department of Health confirms an outbreak of norovirus at an elementary school.
NBC 10 News
More than 70 children at Wakefield Elementary School have become sick from the norovirus.
Published: November 14, 2008
Updated: November 14, 2008
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. – A nasty stomach virus has walloped a South Kingstown elementary school, forcing a quarter of the students to stay home sick.
At least 71 children at the Wakefield Elementary School fell ill this week with Norovirus, a common and extremely contagious stomach ailment that can lead to vomiting and diarrhea. The student population is 294 students.
Related Link:
Rhode Island Department of Health: Norovirus Fact Sheet
Symptoms usually subside within a couple days, though in some cases treatment for dehydration is needed.
Officials said the school has finished a cleaning recommended by the state Department of Health and that they plan to clean the school again.
They’re also advising hand-washing to stop the spread of the virus. The virus is spread through contact.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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