norovirus

[2026-01-24]Norovirus Infections Rise for 10 Consecutive Weeks, Young Children at Higher Risk

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Norovirus infections have increased for 10 consecutive weeks, reaching 617 cases in the third week of January.
Children aged 0–6 now account for 51.1% of cases, up 11.5 percentage points from the previous week.
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency urges strict hygiene practices as there is no vaccine for norovirus.

[2026-01-18]Norovirus Cases Surge: Hygiene Guidelines Urged for Young Children

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In the second week of 2026, norovirus cases reached a five-year high of 548, with children aged 0-6 accounting for 39.6% of patients.
Main transmission routes include contaminated food and person-to-person contact, with group infections frequently occurring in childcare facilities.
The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency stresses proper handwashing, thorough cooking, and environmental disinfection, especially when cases arise.