When you’re hit with a sudden bout of food poisoning, a severe stomach flu, or a dehydrating bug, your immediate focus is usually on blankets, buckets, and resting. But if you take regular prescription medications for long-term conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes, there is a crucial question you need to ask: Should I stop taking my pills until I'm better?

It starts with a slight quease, and within hours, your entire household is out of commission. Norovirus is one of the most contagious viruses on the planet, and as anyone who has had it knows, it is a miserable experience.