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49b Why should I disinfect my drinking water? Water from lakes, rivers, or streams and many groundwater sources may contain disease-causing germs. Germs, or pathogens, can lead to waterborne …
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72 What is the difference between pasteurized and unpasteurized juice? Pasteurized juices have been heat treated to destroy pathogens (germs) and microbes that can make us sick. This also allows the …
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03 How is pasteurized milk different from raw milk? Pasteurized milk is raw milk that has been heated to a specified temperature for a specified amount of time to kill pathogens that may be found in …
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… exposed, as a result of the contact, to a pathogen (virus) that causes Hepatitis B, …
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56 Who is at higher risk from waterborne infections? People with very weak immune systems are at higher risk of certain waterborne diseases. This includes those with: HIV infection who have a CD4+ …
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49a What are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain germs or “pathogens” like bacteria, viruses or parasites. Examples …
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10 What is Giardia ? Giardia is a parasite that infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the infection is called giardiasis or is sometimes referred to as 'beaver …
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49d What is chlorine? Chlorine is a common element in nature, where it is usually combined with other elements. The largest amount of chlorine on earth is in the oceans as sodium chloride, or salt. …
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Topic Overview What are immunizations? Immunizations save lives. They are the best way to help protect you or your child from certain infectious diseases. They also help reduce the spread of disease …
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75 What is listeriosis? Listeriosis is a rare but potentially serious foodborne infection. It is caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes . These bacteria are often found in the environment, …
