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… by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological contaminants? … cause allergic reactions. Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause infections, but it rarely … clean and all surfaces dust-free to reduce dust mites, pollens and animal dander Regularly clean the heating vents and …
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… water. If you are unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria … mouth ulcers and blistering of the lips. Symptoms from contact with water contaminated with cyanobacteria include: … toxins can harm pets and livestock if they come into contact with contaminated water. They may be exposed either …
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… be spread when touching an infected pet, or by coming into contact with their feces, urine, saliva or food. While … very often, and is usually mild, severe disease can occur. Infections that can be spread from animals to humans … Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these infections include: Fetuses and …
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… Listeriosis is a rare but potentially serious foodborne infection. It is caused by the bacteria Listeria … or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who is at risk of infection? Most people exposed to Listeria do not experience … can cause serious illness such as meningitis, blood infection and even death. Symptoms of meningitis include …
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… get into or through your skin, they can cause a variety of infections, such as skin and wound infections. Sometimes, SA … common way MRSA spreads from person to person is by direct contact, particularly if someone has a skin infection or a … washcloths, razors, clothing, or uniforms that may have had contact with a contaminated wound or bandage. There have …
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… of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also occur after some … by people sneezing or coughing or by direct skin-to-skin contact. The disease can result in very severe breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. …
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… DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine also protects against hepatitis B infection. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #105 … by people sneezing or coughing or by direct skin-to-skin contact. The disease can result in very severe breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. …
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… as “flesh-eating disease”. It is a very severe bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the tissue (flesh) … How is it spread? Group A streptococcus bacteria spread by contact with saliva or mucus from the mouth, nose or throat … mouth. The bacteria can also spread through close personal contact. For example, kissing or sharing drinking cups, …
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… or large exposures may lead to toxic health effects. Skin contact Small amounts of skin contact with elemental mercury are rarely associated with … health effects. Rash or inflammation at the site of contact is possible, but rarely do reactions occur beyond …
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… 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08d Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … a minor skin condition that comes and goes without causing problems. As a result, many people may not be aware that … is passed from person-to-person by direct skin-to-skin contact with a person who has the virus (e.g., through …
