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Local health officials in Florida are dealing with an uncommon spike in Norovirus outbreaks this year.
According to a report from The News-Press (Fort Myers, Fla.), at least 91 outbreaks have been reported statewide. That represents a 50 percent increase over this time last year.
At least 100 individuals have been stricken by a Norovirus outbreak in southern Florida this year. Most of the victims either attended a public elementary school or live in nursing homes.
In Collier County, Florida, at least 90 people have been sickened by a Norovirus outbreak at nine different nursing homes.
If a Norovirus or other bacterial outbreak occurs, Florida nursing homes are required to prohibit any new admittances to their facility until it is cleared by public health officials.
Improper sanitary conditions typically lead to Norovirus outbreaks. Norovirus bacteria is found in feces and vomit and is commonly spread through contaminated food, objects or other people.
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