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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… human Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). It is a very rare, degenerative and fatal brain disease that can occur in … infected. vCJD can occur at any age, but the disease is most common in people under 30 years of age. Since the … proteins and bends them out of shape. The disease is caused when an abnormal prion attacks the brain, killing cells and …

Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health concerns of hot tub and pool use? Hot tubs … environment for bacteria to grow. These bacteria can make you sick with an infection or disease. Legionella bacteria … knowing which chemicals to add, and knowing how and when to safely add them. For more information on …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… about the inactivated influenza vaccine? Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, … vaccine each year. The vaccine is available at no charge. You can find information on booking an appointment to get … and last a shorter time compared to influenza infection. When should seniors get the influenza vaccine? It is …

Shigellosis

… bacteria live in the intestine of infected persons and are highly infectious. What are the symptoms of shigellosis? … stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting, and an urge to pass stool. Symptoms may be mild to severe, or you may have no … people. The bacteria can spread from person to person when tiny bits of infected stool get into another person’s …

Measles

… measles may die from complications. Complications and death are most common in infants less than 12 months of age and … spread? Measles is very contagious and spreads easily. When an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes, the … can survive in small droplets in the air for several hours. You can become infected when you breathe in these droplets …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? … resistant to a group of antibiotics known as carbapenems. You might also hear the terms Carbapenem-resistant … is a concern as they are used to treat serious infections when other antibiotics have not worked. If you develop an …

Heat-related illness

… is heat-related illness? Too much heat can be harmful to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body … a life-threatening medical emergency. The effects of heat are made worse if you do not drink enough fluids to stay … human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C (98.6°F). When your body temperature rises, heat is released through …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… allergic reaction to a food? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … in a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of having a severe allergic reaction. A severe … happens quickly and can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… the soil and releases spores in the air. Infection occurs when the spores are inhaled. Wild and domestic animals can sometimes get … Shortness of breath Headaches Fever Vomiting Weight loss If you experience any of these symptoms especially for long …

Toilet learning

… the toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your … their feet. If you do use the toilet, provide a solid step stool for your child to use to get up onto the toilet. You …