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… by living things. They include mould, house dust, bacteria, viruses, animal dander, cat saliva, pollen, cockroaches and … for example, can cause allergic reactions. Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause infections, but it rarely …
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… disease, also known as cryptococcosis, is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans or … on trees and in the soil and releases spores in the air. Infection occurs when the spores are inhaled. Wild and … system due to diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), cancer, or have had organ transplants Have …
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… a versatile disinfectant that kills many types of bacteria, viruses and parasites (pathogens) that cause water-borne infections. Some water-borne infections can cause severe illness and even death. Water …
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… in unpasteurized juice are toxigenic E.coli , Salmonella, hepatitis A and Cryptosporidium . Illnesses have been linked … can cause permanent kidney damage or, in some cases, death Hepatitis can cause liver damage Cryptosporidium causes long …
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… HealthLinkBC File #105 Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis b, polio, and haemophilus influenzae type b … of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can occur after some vaccines. … 5 people who get tetanus may die. Diphtheria is a serious infection of the nose and throat caused by diphtheria …
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… can become infected with bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the … very often, and is usually mild, severe disease can occur. Infections that can be spread from animals to humans … risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these infections include: Fetuses and infants Young children The …
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… Experience for Your Child Child Immunization Series Rotavirus vaccine (Rotarix®) (#104a) Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b …
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… The germs, called pathogens, can lead to water-borne infections. Water-borne illnesses can lead to severe … and serious complications, including death. Water-borne infections can spread when animal or human feces containing … into drinking water. These pathogens may include bacteria, viruses or parasites (e.g., Campylobacter , Salmonella, …
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… child’s hands is the best way to stop the spread of germs. Viruses can live on hard surfaces for up to 2 days and on …
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… stand for 30 minutes. This will be effective against most viruses and bacteria, but is generally not effective against … stores. Read the label to make sure it will treat bacteria, viruses, and parasites, and follow the instructions on the …
