lyme disease - City of Pasadena
... should not donate blood. Individuals who have completed antibiotic treatment may be considered as potential blood donors. ...
... should not donate blood. Individuals who have completed antibiotic treatment may be considered as potential blood donors. ...
Herd Health Management: Bovine Parasites
... infertility and abortion calf scours respiratory infections sudden death ...
... infertility and abortion calf scours respiratory infections sudden death ...
PhD studentship Identifying Mendelian single gene defects of
... meningococcal disease Payment of Home/EU Fees and a stipend of £17,500 approx. per annum for 3 years Duration of Studentship: 36 months We are looking for a doctoral student to investigate the role of genetics in a cohort of paediatric invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) patients. The successful ca ...
... meningococcal disease Payment of Home/EU Fees and a stipend of £17,500 approx. per annum for 3 years Duration of Studentship: 36 months We are looking for a doctoral student to investigate the role of genetics in a cohort of paediatric invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) patients. The successful ca ...
Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan
... HIV & AIDS O HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s ability to ...
... HIV & AIDS O HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s ability to ...
Antibiotic Prophylaxis Following an Exposure to Meningitis
... those living in households with cases. These household contacts have prolonged and more extensive contact with the affected patient than healthcare workers. Administration of antibiotics is occasionally of benefit to healthcare workers. It is advisable in individuals who have performed mouth-to-mout ...
... those living in households with cases. These household contacts have prolonged and more extensive contact with the affected patient than healthcare workers. Administration of antibiotics is occasionally of benefit to healthcare workers. It is advisable in individuals who have performed mouth-to-mout ...
Microbial Risk Assessment, Part 2
... • Each transmission process is assumed to be independent • Change in fraction of population in any state from one time period to another can be described and quantified • Different sources of pathogen exposure can be identified and included in the model ...
... • Each transmission process is assumed to be independent • Change in fraction of population in any state from one time period to another can be described and quantified • Different sources of pathogen exposure can be identified and included in the model ...
Infection Control in Correctional Facilities
... membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties a) Parenteral – piercing mucous membranes or the skin through such events as needle sticks, human bites, cuts, and abrasions 2. When occupational exposure ...
... membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties a) Parenteral – piercing mucous membranes or the skin through such events as needle sticks, human bites, cuts, and abrasions 2. When occupational exposure ...
Biological weapons agents
... Collect an acute phase sample as soon as possible after onset of disease. Collect convalescent phase sample 21-28 days after the acute sample. (1ml min.) Collect only within 24 h of exposure ...
... Collect an acute phase sample as soon as possible after onset of disease. Collect convalescent phase sample 21-28 days after the acute sample. (1ml min.) Collect only within 24 h of exposure ...
Typhoid and Paratyphoid Fevers Fact Sheet
... What are the symptoms of typhoid fever? Symptoms of typhoid fever include fever, headache, weakness, loss of appetite, lower heart rate, enlarged spleen, constipation or diarrhea, non-productive cough and rose-coloured spots on the body. Other symptoms may include difficulty hearing and swelling of ...
... What are the symptoms of typhoid fever? Symptoms of typhoid fever include fever, headache, weakness, loss of appetite, lower heart rate, enlarged spleen, constipation or diarrhea, non-productive cough and rose-coloured spots on the body. Other symptoms may include difficulty hearing and swelling of ...
12-1 ch17
... Pneumonia and Flu Pneumonia: fluid in lungs, respiratory infection, can be caused by bacteria Flu: caused by a virus. (influenza) The influenza virus is the biggest killer virus worldwide. ...
... Pneumonia and Flu Pneumonia: fluid in lungs, respiratory infection, can be caused by bacteria Flu: caused by a virus. (influenza) The influenza virus is the biggest killer virus worldwide. ...
Infectious Disease
... Infectious Disease A disease caused by a Pathogen that can be passed from person to person ...
... Infectious Disease A disease caused by a Pathogen that can be passed from person to person ...
Infectious disseases in hospitals
... Single most effective action to prevent HAI resident/transient bacteria Correct method - ensuring all surfaces are cleaned - more important than agent used or length of time taken No recommended frequency - should be determined by intended/completed actions Research indicates: poor techniques - no ...
... Single most effective action to prevent HAI resident/transient bacteria Correct method - ensuring all surfaces are cleaned - more important than agent used or length of time taken No recommended frequency - should be determined by intended/completed actions Research indicates: poor techniques - no ...
The Chain of Infection
... How to interrupt the chain of infection: -The essential part of patient care & self-protection. ...
... How to interrupt the chain of infection: -The essential part of patient care & self-protection. ...
The Chain of Infection
... How to interrupt the chain of infection: -The essential part of patient care & self-protection. ...
... How to interrupt the chain of infection: -The essential part of patient care & self-protection. ...
Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever
... Africa; no case has been reported in the United States. During outbreaks of Ebola HF, those at highest risk include health care workers and the family and friends of an infected individual. Health care workers in Africa should consult the Infection Control for Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers In the African ...
... Africa; no case has been reported in the United States. During outbreaks of Ebola HF, those at highest risk include health care workers and the family and friends of an infected individual. Health care workers in Africa should consult the Infection Control for Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers In the African ...
Emerging Infectious Diseases (review series introduction)
... in nonhuman vertebrates. Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome was first noted in the Four Corners area of New Mexico in 1993. The disease is caused by Sin Nombre virus, which is endemic in the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus). Why humans first became infected with this rodent virus is not known, but an ...
... in nonhuman vertebrates. Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome was first noted in the Four Corners area of New Mexico in 1993. The disease is caused by Sin Nombre virus, which is endemic in the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus). Why humans first became infected with this rodent virus is not known, but an ...
Infection Control - Women`s and Children`s Hospital
... P. aeruginosa status, proximity to other CF patients see p 8 Patient at risk of having been exposed to agent ...
... P. aeruginosa status, proximity to other CF patients see p 8 Patient at risk of having been exposed to agent ...
chapter 13 why do we fall ill
... 3) What does disease look like ? When a person is affected by a disease either the normal functioning or the appearance of one or more systems of the body changes for the worse. These changes give rise to signs of the disease called symptoms. On the basis of the symptoms the physicians look for the ...
... 3) What does disease look like ? When a person is affected by a disease either the normal functioning or the appearance of one or more systems of the body changes for the worse. These changes give rise to signs of the disease called symptoms. On the basis of the symptoms the physicians look for the ...
CHAPTER 13 WHY DO WE FALL ILL
... 3) What does disease look like ? When a person is affected by a disease either the normal functioning or the appearance of one or more systems of the body changes for the worse. These changes give rise to signs of the disease called symptoms. On the basis of the symptoms the physicians look for the ...
... 3) What does disease look like ? When a person is affected by a disease either the normal functioning or the appearance of one or more systems of the body changes for the worse. These changes give rise to signs of the disease called symptoms. On the basis of the symptoms the physicians look for the ...
Microorganisms
... • Microorganisms can also harm plant life. These are considered parasites because they live on a host organism causing harm to it. • In the nineteenth century, a fungus spread throughout Ireland and destroyed large amounts of the potato crop, causing thousands to starve. It was known as the Irish Po ...
... • Microorganisms can also harm plant life. These are considered parasites because they live on a host organism causing harm to it. • In the nineteenth century, a fungus spread throughout Ireland and destroyed large amounts of the potato crop, causing thousands to starve. It was known as the Irish Po ...
Spring 2015-Chapter 19
... A larger, deeper, pus-filled infection is an abscess or boil if deeper. ...
... A larger, deeper, pus-filled infection is an abscess or boil if deeper. ...
Economic, Social, and/or Political Impact of Infectious Diseases
... _______ per ______ people affected. ...
... _______ per ______ people affected. ...
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis (also known as field fever, rat catcher's yellows, and pretibial fever among others names) is an infection caused by corkscrew-shaped bacteria called Leptospira. Symptoms can range from none to mild such as headaches, muscle pains, and fevers; to severe with bleeding from the lungs or meningitis. If the infection causes the person to turn yellow, have kidney failure and bleeding, it is then known as Weil's disease. If it causes lots of bleeding from the lungs it is known as severe pulmonary haemorrhage syndrome.Up to 13 different genetic types of Leptospira may cause disease in humans. It is transmitted by both wild and domestic animals. The most common animals that spread the disease are rodents. It is often transmitted by animal urine or by water or soil containing animal urine coming into contact with breaks in the skin, eyes, mouth, or nose. In the developing world the disease most commonly occurs in farmers and poor people who live in cities. In the developed world it most commonly occurs in those involved in outdoor activities in warm and wet areas of the world. Diagnosis is typically by looking for antibodies against the bacteria or finding its DNA in the blood.Efforts to prevent the disease include protective equipment to prevent contact when working with potentially infected animals, washing after this contact, and reducing rodents in areas people live and work. The antibiotic doxycycline, when used in an effort to prevent infection among travellers, is of unclear benefit. Vaccines for animals exist for certain type of Leptospira which may decrease the risk of spread to humans. Treatment if infected is with antibiotics such as: doxycycline, penicillin, or ceftriaxone. Weil's disease and severe pulmonary haemorrhage syndrome result in death rates greater than 10% and 50%, respectively, even with treatment.It is estimated that seven to ten million people are infected by leptospirosis a year. The number of deaths this causes is not clear. The disease is most common in tropical areas of the world but may occur anywhere. Outbreaks may occur in slums of the developing world. The disease was first described by Weil in 1886 in Germany. Animals who are infected may have no symptoms, mild symptoms, or severe symptoms. Symptoms may vary by the type of animal. In some animals Leptospira live in the reproductive tract, leading to transmission during mating.