That shell is "pretty environmentally stable," Wilen says, "and that's what makes it relatively resistant to ethanol-based hand sanitizers." Washing your hands with soap and water is a much more ...

Norovirus cases in the US have more than doubled compared to last season's peak. The highly contagious virus causes acute gastroenteritis, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and ...

Hand sanitizer isn't as effective as handwashing at preventing the spread of norovirus, doctors and the CDC warn.

As the norovirus outbreak continues to spread in the U.S., you can't rely on hand sanitizer alone to protect you. Norovirus, also sometimes called the "winter vomiting disease," causes ...

Want to make handwashing a fun and lasting habit for your kids? Check out these simple tips to help keep your little ones ...