‘Do not go to work or school’ as cases of ‘extremely contagious’ bug that ‘leaves kids vomiting in hallways’ surge 133%

THE number of people sick with norovirus is more than double what’s typically expected for this time of year.

At least 503 people tested positive for the “extremely contagious” winter vomiting bug in September, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) figures show.

That’s a 133 per cent jump from the five-season average of 216.

Experts have warned that infection rates are “likely” to continue rising in the coming weeks as children return to classrooms across the country.