Norovirus
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection recorded 37 food poisoning cases affecting 115 people from January 18 to Monday, with 33 cases involving 101 individuals linked to norovirus, all of whom had eaten raw oysters during the incubation period. Authorities suspended supplies of raw oysters from two local companies and one South Korean firm after they were connected to 22 suspected cases. The public has been advised to avoid raw seafood.
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A new Norovirus variant, GII.17, is causing an unusually early and strong rise in infection numbers in Germany. By mid-November 2025, the Robert Koch Institute reports 5396 confirmed cases, compared to 4107 the previous year. Experts warn of a big season and emphasize the importance of hygiene measures.