Dossier
Dr. Peter Chin-Hong
Coverage of Dr. Peter Chin-Hong in the Nexus archive.
- Rotavirus in the Bay Area: How it spreads and how to protect yourself
A late-season rotavirus is spreading in the Bay Area, detected in wastewater at medium to high levels in cities like San Francisco and San Jose. The virus spreads through contaminated surfaces and poor hand hygiene, particularly in daycare settings, but can be prevented with vaccines and thorough handwashing.