I’m scared

[Starflowerpower87]

So I had norovirus in January. It was horrible. I couldn’t eat for days. I’ve been reading a lot about it. It lasts on surfaces for weeks. It lasts in still water for years. Hand sanatizer doesn’t kill it. You are only immune for 6 months. You are not immune to different strains of the virus.

I’m scared cause I have juice in the fridge that takes forever to go through for me. I drank some when I was sick. I think this counts as still water. Also I have frozen food in the freezer with a little bit of ice crystals. I think this counts as still water. Norovirus can survive in freezers.

I’m afraid of letting anyone in my apartment because of left over germs. I still haven’t disinfected all surfaces.

I’m scared of getting this virus back because of still water in my house. Please no one post anything scary. When I had this virus I couldn’t eat for days. I thought I was going to die.

Just tell me how to cope.

 

[honeytoast]

Is there a way for people to come and leave stuff for you on your doorstep? You can get delivery from the grocery store, and they can get it for you, leave it on your doorstep, and notify you that you got it.

 

[Starflowerpower87]

Is there a way for people to come and leave stuff for you on your doorstep? You can get delivery from the grocery store, and they can get it for you, leave it on your doorstep, and notify you that you got it.

Under the program I’m under they can only do that every once in a while. Don’t know who else could do it. Don’t know what that has to do with still water and germs in my apartment though.

 

[honeytoast]

Under the program I’m under they can only do that every once in a while. Don’t know who else could do it. Don’t know what that has to do with still water and germs in my apartment though.

I suggested it because you still don't want to talk to anyone and you might need more supplies.

Sorry I think I may have read your post incorrectly.

 

[Starflowerpower87]

I suggested it because you still don't want to talk to anyone and you might need more supplies.

Sorry I think I may have read your post incorrectly.

No worries

 

[Neonatal RRT]

So I had norovirus in January. It was horrible. I couldn’t eat for days. I’ve been reading a lot about it. It lasts on surfaces for weeks. It lasts in still water for years. Hand sanatizer doesn’t kill it. You are only immune for 6 months. You are not immune to different strains of the virus.

I’m scared cause I have juice in the fridge that takes forever to go through for me. I drank some when I was sick. I think this counts as still water. Also I have frozen food in the freezer with a little bit of ice crystals. I think this counts as still water. Norovirus can survive in freezers.

I’m afraid of letting anyone in my apartment because of left over germs. I still haven’t disinfected all surfaces.

I’m scared of getting this virus back because of still water in my house. Please no one post anything scary. When I had this virus I couldn’t eat for days. I thought I was going to die.

Just tell me how to cope.

Knowledge can be helpful. It's the unknown that often gives us fear and anxiety.

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Norovirus is resistant to most disinfectants, including hand sanitizers and alcohol. However, the following methods can effectively kill norovirus:

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• Heat: Cooking food to an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) or higher.
  
  
• Bleach: A solution of 1 tablespoon of bleach per gallon of water can disinfect surfaces contaminated with norovirus.
  
  
• EPA-registered disinfectants: Some disinfectants specifically registered with the EPA as effective against norovirus are available.
  
  
• Ultraviolet (UV) light: Exposure to UV light can kill norovirus.

It's important to note that these methods may not be effective if not used properly. For example, bleach solutions should be freshly prepared and used according to instructions. Additionally, thorough cleaning and disinfection are essential to prevent the spread of norovirus.

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Norovirus can survive on surfaces for extended periods, depending on factors such as temperature, humidity, and the type of surface.

• Hard surfaces:
  Norovirus can survive on hard surfaces like countertops, doorknobs, and toilet seats for up to 12 hours.
  
  
• Soft surfaces:
  On soft surfaces like fabric, carpet, and bedding, it can survive for up to 12 days.
  
  
• Food:
  Norovirus can contaminate food and survive for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
  • Water:
    In still water, it can survive for months or even years.

It's important to note that norovirus is very resistant to disinfectants.Therefore, thorough cleaning and disinfection are essential to prevent its spread.

 

[Misty Avich]

It's odd how norovirus is sooo hard to kill and everyone only has 6 months of immunity to it, yet people I know hardly ever get norovirus. I've only had it ONCE in adulthood, and that was when I was exposed to it in the care home where I worked, there was an outbreak there at the time and there was no air purifiers or anything like that and it was in the middle of winter so all windows were shut. It was like breathing in stale air.

I had a few vomiting viruses when I was a little kid but I didn't have them after I turned 8 years old, and I didn't vomit at all since until I was 27, for the reason stated above (care home work). I wasn't washing my hands every minute of the day either. I do now though, because my emetophobia has got worse and I keep panicking about catching not only norovirus but covid as well. I heard covid can cause long-term damage to the body even if you've been vaccinated.