Norovirus cases in hospitals in England have jumped sharply and are now at their highest level for the 2022-23 season, figures show.
An average of 840 adult hospital beds were occupied last week by patients with diarrhoea and vomiting or norovirus-like symptoms, up 52% from 551 in the previous week.
It is the highest number since reporting began for the current virus season in November 2022. It is also nearly three times the level at this point last year, when the average stood at 293, according to NHS data.
Norovirus is the most common infectious cause of vomiting and diarrhoea. READ MORE: Hospitals see busiest Monday of the year at A&Es - despite being hugely down on doctors as strikes continue It spreads easily through contact with someone who has the virus or with contaminated surfaces.
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