Illinois had at least 103 outbreaks of the stomach bug norovirus in November and December — a dramatic increase from previous ...

The virus spreads easily and quickly through contaminated food and water. Cases often spike each year as people gather with family and friends during the holidays.

Multiple norovirus outbreaks have been reported in Chicago during the month of January, the Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed this week.

Illinois is seeing more transmission of respiratory infections and norovirus this season, even compared to a typical winter, and medical professionals recommend residents take precautions.

— The flu, caused by influenza viruses that are always changing, leads to fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body ...

Treat the symptoms: First, isolate from others as much as possible. Slow down stool with anti-diarrheal medication and drink ...

As illnesses continue to rise across Illinois, health officials are warning of the most common sicknesses spreading ...

Health cases regarding the norovirus are on the rise. The Will County Health Department is reminding residents to be cautious ...

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed an increase in three respiratory viruses COVID-19, flu and RSVand the gastrointestinal disease norovirus. Emergency department visits ...

The CDC and IDPH have reported increased numbers of norovirus in Illinois and the country, with outbreaks occurring in Will ...