Just this past week, 100 students and staff at a local elementary school were diagnosed with norovirus, causing the school to shut down for a day to disinfect the building.
With an outbreak this large, it's important to learn about norovirus, the signs and symptoms, and how it can be treated.
University of Washington's Dr. Helen Chu is here to answer all of those questions, and give her advice on preventing a further spread.
Segment Producer Joseph Suttner. Watch New Day Northwest 11 AM weekdays on KING 5 and streaming live on KING5.com. Contact New Day.