2700 Burcham Drive,
East Lansing,
48823
Michigan,
United States
Burcham Hills assisted living facility located at Burcham Dr, East Lansing, has reported 53 cases of norovirus. According to Ingham County Health Officer Linda Vail it is pretty common to have this kind of outbreak in an assisted living facility.
Burcham Hills closed down its dining room until further notice. People are going to receive meals in room trays with disposable dining-wear.
Norovirus is very contagious and is easily transmitted from person to person most through the oral/fecal route. Considering that hand sanitizer does NOT work against this virus, it is important to wash your hands with soap frequently. Use bleach to clean and disinfect surfaces.
In case you experience vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
Source:
www.wilx.com