Gyeonggi Health and Environment Research Institute, Norovirus Safety in Food Businesses Using Groundwater

Norovirus Test

The Gyeonggi-do Institute of Health and Environment conducted a survey on norovirus contamination targeting 23 food manufacturing and processing companies in the province that use groundwater as food-grade water, and all were found to be 'safe.'

The Gyeonggi Institute of Health and Environment carried out the survey from February to May, targeting a total of 23 locations: 13 food manufacturing and processing companies using groundwater as food-grade water, 7 group meal service facilities, 2 general restaurants, and 1 food sales business.

Norovirus is transmitted through contaminated water or food and is highly contagious, spreading easily through human contact. Additionally, norovirus excreted in patients' feces can infect people again through contaminated groundwater used as drinking water and food-grade water. Infants and young children are particularly vulnerable to infection, so special caution is required in daycare centers and kindergartens.

The Gyeonggi Institute of Health and Environment explained that last year, they received a total of 100 investigation requests from Gyeonggi-do, of which 47 cases were caused by norovirus.

A representative from the Gyeonggi Institute of Health and Environment stated, "To prevent norovirus contamination, it is essential to conduct groundwater quality tests and regularly perform cleaning and disinfection to maintain strict hygiene management."

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