Mysterious outbreak in Cerzenheim primary school: Salmonella or Norovirus?
Mysterious outbreak in Cerzenheim primary school: Salmonella or Norovirus?
causes of the temporary closure of the Cerzenheim primary school
The primary school in Kerzenheim in Donnersbergkreis remains temporarily closed, since several students have salmonella poisoning. This poisoning manifests itself through abdominal pain, nausea and diarrhea, as the Robert Koch Institute confirms. Association Mayor Bernd Frey (SPD) announced that a total of 28 students showed these symptoms.
measures of the health department and possible causes
The health department in the Donnersberg district has already identified two students with salmonella poisoning, while there is a suspicion of another three students. However, not all cases of illness are directly related to salmonella. The office has taken rehearsals and checked the school lunch, drinking water and stool samples to clarify the causes. In addition, stricter hygiene measures were introduced in school.
Enlightenment about salmonella and protective measures
salmonella are bacteria that quickly multiply in warm temperatures. It is therefore important to pay attention to hygienic food preparation in order to avoid infections. This information is currently increasingly communicated to raise awareness of prevention.
speculation about alternative causes and forecasts for school opening
The health department also checks other pathogens such as the Norovirus as a possible cause of the student infections. The temporary closure and disinfection measures are intended to help contain the spread of these diseases. A decision on the reopening of the school is still being made, although no concerns have currently been expressed by the health department.
- Nag