Norovirus numbers jump in December and health department officials warn it’s extremely contagious
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KFGO/WCCO) – Norovirus numbers were up in December compared to the previous 12 months across the country. Minnesota Health Department Senior Epidemiologist Amy Saupe says this is an extremely contagious disease. Norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea, and foodborne illness in the United States.