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Giardia infection

… ? Giardia is a parasite that infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the infection … that has not been properly filtered, treated or boiled. How can I become infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can … lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have trouble absorbing nutrients. These types of …

Cryptosporidium infection

… infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … longer in people with a weakened immune system. People with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), those who have had an … If you have a Cryptosporidium infection do not swim in a body of water used by the public, such as: lakes, ponds, …

Drinking water chlorination facts

… File #49a Water-borne Infections in British Columbia . How long has chlorine been used to disinfect water? Chlorine … Canada use chlorine disinfectants to treat drinking water. How is chlorine added to my drinking water? There are many … by-products to reduce the risk of any negative impacts on human health. The addition of chlorine to our drinking water …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… It can spread quickly up the affected arm, leg or other body part. This kind of infection can cause gangrene – the … bacteria sometimes cause necrotizing fasciitis. However, these bacteria make toxins that destroy body tissue … such as heart, lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism or diabetes Recent close contact with a person …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? Owners are … to using your pool or hot tub. Disinfectants kill germs. However, their effectiveness is dependent on many factors … water including fecal matter, vomit, dirt, soap, shampoo, body oils, perspiration (sweat), food and drinks. Chlorine …

Measles

… #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine . How is measles spread? Measles is very contagious and … Immune globulin contains antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person's immune … sample will be collected to make the diagnosis of measles. How can I prevent spreading measles to others? A person with …

Group A streptococcal infections

… In rare cases, the bacteria may enter other parts of the body including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around … heart or lung disease, and people who are dependent on alcohol or inject illicit drugs. TSS can also be caused by … an infected person are at higher risk of getting infected. However, most infections occur from contact with those whose …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… infestations have caused allergic reactions in some humans and livestock. Reactions include skin rash and … to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … area, making the spray block appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated …

Hepatitis A vaccine

… Zoo-keepers, veterinarians and researchers handling non-human primates Those involved in research on the virus, or … will die. The risk is higher if you are 50 years or older. How is hepatitis A spread? The hepatitis A virus is found in …

Spongy moth spraying

… such as agriculture, lumber and plant nurseries. Human exposure to airborne spongy moth hairs, silken threads … skin rash and possible upper respiratory tract symptoms. How is the spongy moth population controlled in B.C.? The … area, making the area size appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated …