Illinois had at least 103 outbreaks of the stomach bug norovirus in November and December – a dramatic increase from previous ...

The virus spreads easily and quickly through contaminated food and water. Cases often spike each year as people gather with family and friends during the holidays.

While a seasonal uptick in respiratory viruses is expected in winter each year, we’re still seeing higher overall numbers than in previous seasons, Sundareshan said. Along with respiratory viruses, a ...

Illinois experienced a significant increase in norovirus outbreaks, with 103 reported in November and December, compared to 22 the previous year. This rise aligns with national trends showing ...

Outbreaks of the stomach flu are spreading across the U.S and are far higher than average for December over the past 12 years, according to CDC figures.

Multiple norovirus outbreaks have been reported in Chicago during the month of January, the Chicago Department of Public Health confirmed this week.

As illnesses continue to rise across Illinois, health officials are warning of the most common sicknesses spreading throughout the state.