Norovirus Breaks Out All Across Iowa in USA

The Health Department says Norovirus is breaking out all across the state. In the past month, more than 1,000 people have become infected in at least seven different locations.

The virus gives people a stomach ache and makes them feel nauseous. The illness lasts for a few days, and then people usually fully recover, but it's still possible to spread the virus.

"If you are throwing up and you do have diarrhea, you need to know that you can still spread the virus for up to 48 hours after the diarrhea stops, Sturbaum said.

Health officials say the best way to protect yourself from the Norovirus is just a little soap and water.

Health officials say knowing how to cook is just as important as understanding food temperature.

If you take their right steps, you can stop the Norovirus from spreading. The Health Department says it's especially important to be careful cooking food for groups around the holidays.

If you've been sick at all this week, doctors recommend letting someone else make the Thanksgiving meal, because even if you do wash your hands and try to keep things clean, you still might pass a virus on to your guests.