The UK Health Security Agency has issued adviceRory Poulter11:47, 07 Jul 2026People suffering from a stomach bug are being advised to remain at home for at least 48 hours following the cessation of symptoms, as health officials warn that one of the country's most prevalent illnesses can transmit with remarkable speed.‌In a lighthearted social media message, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) provided a memory aid for spelling diarrhoea – "Dash In A Real Rush, Hurry Or Else Accident!" – before signposting sufferers to official guidance on the causes, symptoms and management of stomach bugs. Beneath the humour, though, lies a serious warning.‌Health professionals say gastrointestinal conditions, which can trigger diarrhoea, vomiting and abdominal cramps, impact people of all ages and rank