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Shigellosis

… bits of infected stool get into another person’s mouth, food or water. Exposure to infected stool can occur in day care settings, through contaminated food and water, or through certain types of sexual contact. … using the bathroom or changing a diaper, and then preparing food and drinks or caring for other children. Family members …

Campylobacter infection

… dogs, cats and humans. When animals are slaughtered for food, bacteria from an animal’s intestines may contaminate … include undercooked poultry and meats, unpasteurized milk, food and water contaminated with fecal material, and animals including pets and farm animals. During food preparation, contaminated foods can transmit bacteria …

Travellers diarrhea

… movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, … to 4 days. The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water contaminated with bacteria called … hands after can pass the bacteria on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… siding, wallboard and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been contaminated by rodents, you may get a …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… aluminum in the environment. Aluminum is found in the air, food and water. It is even in breast milk and infant … taken from eggs (MMR and MMRV vaccines). Children with egg allergies can be safely immunized with these vaccines. For …

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines

… for colonoscopy. PEG can be an additive in some processed foods and drinks, but no cases of anaphylaxis to PEG in foods and drinks have been reported. Speak with your health …

Salmonellosis

… Vietnamese What is salmonellosis? Salmonellosis is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms … You can become ill if you eat or drink contaminated food or beverages, or if you come into contact with infected … environments. Salmonella can be found in a wide variety of foods, such as raw or undercooked poultry and meat, …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… and strong as you age. Eating a variety of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and … high cholesterol and diabetes Healthy eating is about the foods you eat and more. It’s about preparing and enjoying food with others, sharing food traditions and eating …

Listeriosis

… listeriosis? Listeriosis is a rare but potentially serious foodborne infection. It is caused by the bacteria Listeria … Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or become contaminated with Listeria , …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… fruit, legumes, nuts and seeds and some animal-based foods like eggs and dairy products Excludes animal meat, poultry, fish and seafood Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the …