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#34: Norovirus!

Wilderness Medicine Podcast

CHAPTER

Confronting Norovirus in Outdoor Adventures

This chapter explores the serious threat posed by norovirus, particularly during river trips, detailing preventive measures like enhanced hygiene and disinfecting practices. It recounts a significant outbreak at the Grand Canyon, emphasizing the challenges of transmission in close quarters and the efforts to investigate and manage the crisis. The discussion also covers effective water treatment methods and the importance of education on sanitation to mitigate the virus's spread.

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