Norovirus infections ‘double normal levels’

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By Kaye McIntosh

Norovirus rates in England have reached double the five-year average, according to new data.

Laboratory reports between 30 September and 13 October were twice as high as the five-season average for the same period, new UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data revealed. Levels were 39% higher than the previous 2-week period.