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Norovirus is a highly contagious gastrointestinal virus that is spread by direct contact with contaminated persons or objects, according to the University Health Services Web site. Some of the symptoms include vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and minor fever...
...highly-specialized cleaning crew was subsequently hired to thoroughly disinfect the entire facility, said Harvard University Dining Services spokeswoman Crista Martin. The crew also screened Club employees for the virus...
Despite all these measures, the virus resurfaced two days later. Neither University nor public health officials have been able to determine the cause of either incidents, Martin noted...
...Communications Officer Jennifer B. Anderson said she still encourages Harvard community members to take the necessary precautions to avoid getting the virus. According to the UHS Web site, the most effective preventative measure is regular hand-washing, preferably with warm water and soap...
Club officials are still working with public health officials to identify and eliminate the source of the virus, according to a statement posted on their Web site...