BOSTON - Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season, according to Department of Public Health data. The number of cases recorded in November and December by the state is more than double what it was the year before over the same time period.

The CDC reported 91 norovirus outbreaks the week of Dec. 5, 2024, up from 69 the previous week.

One expert says the rate of norovirus infections has increased substantially this year compared to years past.

UHS Wilson Medical Center was recently on a diversion due to high patient volume. Broome County Health Department called it "the perfect storm."

The number of norovirus cases is increasing across the US, but there are ways to reduce your chances of infection and stave off dehydration and other symptoms.

A surge of norovirus cases, a contagious virus that is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States, has medical professionals advising caution. “It is a common cause of illness outbreaks on cruise ships,

The FDA has issued an urgent recall for shellstock oysters harvested last month in Washington state's Hammersley Inlet.

Hand sanitizer isn't as effective as handwashing at preventing the spread of norovirus, doctors and the CDC warn.

The dreaded norovirus illness known for severe bouts of vomiting, diarrhea and cramps is making life miserable for an increasing number of people as the illness surges.

As cases of norovirus continue to be reported across the United States, some may be wondering what exactly that is and how they can protect themselves.“Norovirus is a small virus that is known to cause outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness,