How long should I stay off work if I have diarrhoea &/ or vomiting
- drsineadhowley
- Sep 21
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 2

You need to keep away from others for at least 48 hours after you last vomited or had diarrhoea.
This means:
- Children must not go to childcare, crèche or school. 
- Health care workers, child care workers and food handlers must not attend work. 
- No one should swim or use a paddling pool 
Disclaimer - every case is unique and the final decision will be made in consultation with the Doctor




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