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Currently, there is a licensed rotavirus [[vaccine]] available that protects against severe [[diarrhea]] from rotavirus infection in infants and young children. Studies into a norovirus vaccine are underway. | Currently, there is a licensed rotavirus [[vaccine]] available that protects against severe [[diarrhea]] from rotavirus infection in infants and young children. Studies into a norovirus vaccine are underway. | ||
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Overview
Currently, there is a licensed rotavirus vaccine available that protects against severe diarrhea from rotavirus infection in infants and young children. Studies into a norovirus vaccine are underway.
Persons can reduce their chance of getting infected by frequent handwashing, prompt disinfection of contaminated surfaces with household chlorine bleach-based cleaners, and prompt washing of soiled articles of clothing. If food or water is thought to be contaminated, it should be avoided.