Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Health experts expect more cases when the season reaches its peak in mid-January. Norovirus, typically from contaminated food or water, is a leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea.

Cases of norovirus, also known as the stomach flu, are surging across the United States as the new year begins. The highly contagious virus, which causes intense bouts of diarrhea and vomiting, is causing a record number of outbreaks for this time of year.

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ORLANDO, Fla. – The highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is going around. Tuesday morning on Breakfast with Bridgett, Dr. Chirag Panchal from Orlando Health shared insight on why Florida is considered to have spikes.

MIAMI - Florida ranks second in the nation for confirmed norovirus outbreaks, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The highly contagious virus, often referred to as the "stomach bug," is spreading rapidly this season, particularly in crowded settings like cruise ships.

Noroviruses, also known as food poisoning or the stomach bug, are “ common and highly contagious ,” according to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases. About 1 in 15 people across the U.S. get the virus annually, experts said.

Local health care facilities have advised residents to be on the lookout for patients presenting with norovirus symptoms such as nausea, stomach pain, body ache, headache and fever.

The latest government data shows that cases of a fast-spreading stomach bug are surging in parts of the United States. The most recent numbers from the U.S.

According to The Hill, cases of stomach bug illnesses on cruise ships hit a 12-year high last year at 16 total. These outbreaks affected about 1,894 passengers as well as 245 crew members. Of the 16, five occurred in December alone, states The Hill.

New data from the CDC shows Norovirus cases are surging across the country, while doctors in Florida report flu cases have jumped by 75%.

New data form the CDC shows norovirus cases are surging across the U.S. along with RSV, COVID and the flu.