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Hot Topic! Norovirus

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 The Guardian reports an increase in norovirus infections “179% higher than last year” resulting in increased winter pressures in hospitals. What do you know about norovirus infections and how can you help your patients? 

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Make sure you have the best evidence - check these resources for an overview, key points, diagnosis, treatment options, follow-up and more.

[You will need your NHS OpenAthens username to access these resources]

Oxford Medicine Online – Chapter 6 Gastroenteritis in Emergencies in gastroenterology and hepatology

BMJ Best Practice – Viral gastroenteritis in adults

Clinical Key (available to UHNM only) – Gastroenteritis in Children

Clinical Knowledge Summaries – Gastroenteritis: How should I assess a person with suspected gastroenteritis?

Royal Marsden Manual Online – Chapter 6: Elimination: diarrhoea

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