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… A tentative diagnosis of CJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
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… Ticks found on a British Columbia resident can be tested or identified by: Submitting a photo of the tick to … Control Public Health Laboratory for tick-borne disease testing Kill the tick before disposing of it by drowning it …
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… What is Giardia ? Giardia is a parasite that infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the … in settings such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet-trained where … in reactive arthritis and damage to the cells lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have …
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… What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are … your health care provider. Cyclosporiasis is diagnosed by testing a stool sample. Your health care provider may …
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… A tentative diagnosis of vCJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
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… and floss your teeth every day Use a different spoon to test your baby's food and avoid sharing toothbrushes If you …
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… pump installation, maintenance or repair, or The well has tested positive for coliforms or E. coli For more …
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… women in their 3rd trimester until they have been properly tested and/or treated for pertussis. If you have been in …
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… caused by Shigella bacteria. These bacteria live in the intestine of infected persons and are highly infectious. What … go to work until they have cleared the infection. A stool test may be required to ensure you are negative for Shigella …
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… serious complications from fifth disease, there is a blood test that can determine if you have recently been infected …
