Norovirus Update
January 16, 2012
The Kent County Health Department has confirmed that the greater Grand Rapids area has seen an outbreak of Norovirus.
Common symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Low fever
- Mild abdominal pain
There is no antiviral treatment for Norovirus, but if a student has any of the above symptoms, they should notify Calvin Health Services at 616-526-6187 to speak with a triage nurse.
~ Laura Champion, MD
Director, Health Services
Contact Health Services
E-mail: health@calvin.edu
Phone: (616) 526-6187
Toll-free: 1-800-688-0122 (#8)
Fax: (616) 526-6548
Health advice
Practice PREVENTION. There are things you can do to help you stay healthy.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water before and after restroom use and food handling.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
Stay isolated if you get sick. Containment is the word of the day! Stay away from work or classes until 24 hours after your last episode of symptoms.
Helpful information
Center for Disease Control
Kent County Health Department
