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Norovirus Outbreak Hits Bad Laer Schools, 144 Primary Pupils Infected

Local health officials are keeping classes open under stricter hygiene rules.

Overview

  • Laboratory tests confirmed norovirus overnight after the first illnesses were reported on Tuesday.
  • At the primary school, 144 pupils and six teachers have tested positive for the virus.
  • A nearby secondary school has 53 affected students linked to the outbreak.
  • Classes continue with enhanced cleaning, and students may return only after 48 hours without symptoms.
  • The source remains unknown, and officials view the school caterer as unlikely because other sites it serves have no similar cases.