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Gastroenterocolitis – Prevention
With most infections, the key is to block the spread of the organism.
- Wash hands frequently
- Eat properly prepared and stored food.
- Bleach soiled laundry
- Vaccinations for "Vibrio cholerae" and rotavirus have been developed. Rotavirus vaccination is recommended for infants in the U.S. Vaccines for "V. cholerae" may be administered to individuals traveling to at-risk areas
Gastroenterocolitis – Causes
Gastroenteritis can be caused by viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections. Common routes of infection include:
- Food
- Contaminated water
- Contact with an infected person
- Unwashed hands
Fifty to seventy percent of cases of gastroenteritis in adults are caused by noroviruses (genus Norovirus, family Caliciviridae). This virus is highly contagious and spreads rapidly. Norovirus is the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the United States.