According to the NHS, norovirus can be transmitted through close contact with an infected person, touching contaminated surfaces or objects and then touching your mouth.
Families 'must stay indoors for 48 hours' as virus spreads in homes Norovirus is highly contagious, but there are ways to protect yourself and other family members if someone in your household falls ill.
Washing your hands frequently with soap and water can halt the spread, and it's best to keep those who are ill away from the kitchen or any food being shared by the household until their symptoms have ceased for at least 48 hours.
However, there are some strategies to combat it, starting with avoiding situations that may contribute to its spread, such as close contact with potentially infected people or surfaces.
This includes linen or surfaces contaminated with vomit or diarrhoea from a person suffering from norovirus.
