
infectious diseases
... Exchange of Body Fluids Some pathogens require specific kinds of direct contact to be transmitted from host to host. A wide range of diseases, including herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia, are transmitted by sexual activity. Therefore, these diseases are called sexually transmitted diseases. ...
... Exchange of Body Fluids Some pathogens require specific kinds of direct contact to be transmitted from host to host. A wide range of diseases, including herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia, are transmitted by sexual activity. Therefore, these diseases are called sexually transmitted diseases. ...
HIV - Broken Bow Schools
... cancer, and death • Vaccination available since 1982 • HBV can survive for at least one week in dried blood • Symptoms can occur 19 months after exposure ...
... cancer, and death • Vaccination available since 1982 • HBV can survive for at least one week in dried blood • Symptoms can occur 19 months after exposure ...
Winter Illnesses - Leamington School
... appear in any order. Some may not appear at all. In the early stages, the signs and symptoms can be similar to many other more common illnesses, for example flu. Trust your instincts. If you suspect meningitis or blood poisoning, get medical help immediately. Symptoms Early symptoms can include feve ...
... appear in any order. Some may not appear at all. In the early stages, the signs and symptoms can be similar to many other more common illnesses, for example flu. Trust your instincts. If you suspect meningitis or blood poisoning, get medical help immediately. Symptoms Early symptoms can include feve ...
BOVINE THEILERIOSIS
... T.parva, 15 to 25 days for T.annulata and occasionally for T.taurotragi. In the rare event of benign Theileria causing disease, incubation varies between 3 to 5 weeks from the time of attachment of the ticks. Clinical symptoms T.parva and T.annulata: mostly subclinical in buffalo but very pathogenic ...
... T.parva, 15 to 25 days for T.annulata and occasionally for T.taurotragi. In the rare event of benign Theileria causing disease, incubation varies between 3 to 5 weeks from the time of attachment of the ticks. Clinical symptoms T.parva and T.annulata: mostly subclinical in buffalo but very pathogenic ...
Introduction to infectious diseases
... Incubation period: time from infection to appearance of symptoms Latent period: time from infection to beginning of transmission - called pre-patent period for macroparasites Infectious period: time during which individual can transmit disease - may not be the same as symptomatic period!! Generation ...
... Incubation period: time from infection to appearance of symptoms Latent period: time from infection to beginning of transmission - called pre-patent period for macroparasites Infectious period: time during which individual can transmit disease - may not be the same as symptomatic period!! Generation ...
kennel cough - Donnington Grove
... upper respiratory infection commonly known as ‘Kennel Cough”. In many ways, this is the dog’s equivalent of the ‘common cold’. What Causes Kennel Cough? Much the same as the common cold, there are actually a range of infections that cause very similar signs. We know that the viruses Canine Adenoviru ...
... upper respiratory infection commonly known as ‘Kennel Cough”. In many ways, this is the dog’s equivalent of the ‘common cold’. What Causes Kennel Cough? Much the same as the common cold, there are actually a range of infections that cause very similar signs. We know that the viruses Canine Adenoviru ...
Bovine Respiratory Disease - University of Arkansas Division of
... justification for use of the antibiotic. In general, metaphylaxis is recommended when more than 10 percent of the animals exhibit clinical signs of BRD at receiving. Depending on the product used, the mass medication can last for a few days up to two weeks. After ...
... justification for use of the antibiotic. In general, metaphylaxis is recommended when more than 10 percent of the animals exhibit clinical signs of BRD at receiving. Depending on the product used, the mass medication can last for a few days up to two weeks. After ...
The Immune System Protects The Human Body
... Direct Contact – shaking hands, sharing a drinking container or exchanging saliva with someone. Indirect Contact – being near an infected person who sneezes without covering his or her mouth. Some pathogens can travel up to 5m. Water & Food – eating foods that are infected with bacteria. ...
... Direct Contact – shaking hands, sharing a drinking container or exchanging saliva with someone. Indirect Contact – being near an infected person who sneezes without covering his or her mouth. Some pathogens can travel up to 5m. Water & Food – eating foods that are infected with bacteria. ...
Hepatitis A - Ministry of Health
... Ministry of Health. 2008. Drinking-water Standards for New Zealand 2005 (Revised 2008). Wellington: Ministry of Health. ACIP. 2007. Update: Prevention of hepatitis A after exposure to hepatitis A virus and in international travellers. Updated Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization ...
... Ministry of Health. 2008. Drinking-water Standards for New Zealand 2005 (Revised 2008). Wellington: Ministry of Health. ACIP. 2007. Update: Prevention of hepatitis A after exposure to hepatitis A virus and in international travellers. Updated Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization ...
Salmonella - UCSF | Department of Medicine
... • 50% have hepatosplenomegaly; “moderately” elevated LFTs are fairly common • If untreated, may result in perforation • Endovascular infection in 10-25% of those over 50 years old who are bacteremic, most commonly infecting aneurysms or atherosclerotic plaques • Chronic carrier state: 1-4% of patien ...
... • 50% have hepatosplenomegaly; “moderately” elevated LFTs are fairly common • If untreated, may result in perforation • Endovascular infection in 10-25% of those over 50 years old who are bacteremic, most commonly infecting aneurysms or atherosclerotic plaques • Chronic carrier state: 1-4% of patien ...
North Harris County Restaurant Employee Tests Positive for
... I worked or ate at Pappasito’s on January 23-27, 30-31 or February 1, 3, 2007 Immune globulin (IG) is only effective if given within a two-week period after exposure to the disease. It will not help employees and customers who were at the restaurant on these dates. However, these persons are still c ...
... I worked or ate at Pappasito’s on January 23-27, 30-31 or February 1, 3, 2007 Immune globulin (IG) is only effective if given within a two-week period after exposure to the disease. It will not help employees and customers who were at the restaurant on these dates. However, these persons are still c ...
Synopsis - Web Adventures
... This synopsis is provided as an overview for TEACHERS. We advise teachers NOT to hand this out to the students prior to playing the adventure since much of the suspense will be eliminated. ...
... This synopsis is provided as an overview for TEACHERS. We advise teachers NOT to hand this out to the students prior to playing the adventure since much of the suspense will be eliminated. ...
Foot and Mouth Disease Fact Sheet, UC Davis Veterinary Medicine
... State and federal agency veterinarians have programs in place to decrease the risk of introduction into the United States and to respond to an outbreak. Authorities require that producers quarantine facilities housing animals suspected of infection with FMD, restrict animal movement on surrounding f ...
... State and federal agency veterinarians have programs in place to decrease the risk of introduction into the United States and to respond to an outbreak. Authorities require that producers quarantine facilities housing animals suspected of infection with FMD, restrict animal movement on surrounding f ...
File
... Tuberculosis may infect any part of the body, but most commonly occurs in the lungs (known as pulmonary tuberculosis). Extrapulmonary TB occurs when tuberculosis develops outside of the lungs. Extrapulmonary TB may coexist with pulmonary TB as well. Signs and symptoms include fever, chills, night sw ...
... Tuberculosis may infect any part of the body, but most commonly occurs in the lungs (known as pulmonary tuberculosis). Extrapulmonary TB occurs when tuberculosis develops outside of the lungs. Extrapulmonary TB may coexist with pulmonary TB as well. Signs and symptoms include fever, chills, night sw ...
disseminated disease
... have a thick, doubly refractive wall, and are filled with endospores. Upon rupture of the wall, endospores are released and differentiate to form new spherules. The organism can spread within a person by direct extension or via the bloodstream. Granulomatous lesions can occur in virtually any ...
... have a thick, doubly refractive wall, and are filled with endospores. Upon rupture of the wall, endospores are released and differentiate to form new spherules. The organism can spread within a person by direct extension or via the bloodstream. Granulomatous lesions can occur in virtually any ...
Latent TB Infection (LTBI) - Colorado Health and Environmental Data
... about logistical hurdles but can be done IGRAs may be less accurate (i.e. specific) in low risk populations than previously reported Additional longitudinal data is needed in all populations to understand the true implications of a positive test ...
... about logistical hurdles but can be done IGRAs may be less accurate (i.e. specific) in low risk populations than previously reported Additional longitudinal data is needed in all populations to understand the true implications of a positive test ...
Meningitis—When the Common Cold Becomes Scary
... A bulge in the soft spot on top of a baby's head (fontanel) Stiffness in a baby's body and neck Populations at risk for meningitis are very young children (newborns to age 5), high schoolers, college kids, the elderly, pregnant women, and anyone that has a depressed immune system. Complications ca ...
... A bulge in the soft spot on top of a baby's head (fontanel) Stiffness in a baby's body and neck Populations at risk for meningitis are very young children (newborns to age 5), high schoolers, college kids, the elderly, pregnant women, and anyone that has a depressed immune system. Complications ca ...
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... [MMR] vaccine) or who have had a lab-confirmed infection in the past are considered immune and not at risk for infection. Individuals who have not been immunized are at risk of developing infection and may be asked to stay out of until immunization has been
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... [MMR] vaccine) or who have had a lab-confirmed infection in the past are considered immune and not at risk for infection. Individuals who have not been immunized are at risk of developing infection and may be asked to stay out of
Medical Microbiology
... Unit5 Environmental and Applied Microbiology; Microbes in food and water; Environmental Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology o Warning:This course will discuss and show medical conditions and anatomy and physiology that are of a mature nature and typical of what you would see and ...
... Unit5 Environmental and Applied Microbiology; Microbes in food and water; Environmental Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology o Warning:This course will discuss and show medical conditions and anatomy and physiology that are of a mature nature and typical of what you would see and ...
Letter to a School or Group Exposed to a Measles Case
... [MMR] vaccine) or who have had a lab-confirmed infection in the past are considered immune and not at risk for infection. Individuals who have not been immunized are at risk of developing infection and may be asked to stay out of until immunization has been
provid ...
... [MMR] vaccine) or who have had a lab-confirmed infection in the past are considered immune and not at risk for infection. Individuals who have not been immunized are at risk of developing infection and may be asked to stay out of
Horse Transmitted Diseases - UK HealthCare
... outbreaks in the United States for many years. The bacterial spore can live in the soil for decades, and animals can become infected through ingestion, inhalation and other routes. Infected horses often become acutely ill and die. People can be exposed to anthrax through contact with an infected ani ...
... outbreaks in the United States for many years. The bacterial spore can live in the soil for decades, and animals can become infected through ingestion, inhalation and other routes. Infected horses often become acutely ill and die. People can be exposed to anthrax through contact with an infected ani ...
Horse Transmitted Diseases
... outbreaks in the United States for many years. The bacterial spore can live in the soil for decades, and animals can become infected through ingestion, inhalation and other routes. Infected horses often become acutely ill and die. People can be exposed to anthrax through contact with an infected ani ...
... outbreaks in the United States for many years. The bacterial spore can live in the soil for decades, and animals can become infected through ingestion, inhalation and other routes. Infected horses often become acutely ill and die. People can be exposed to anthrax through contact with an infected ani ...
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.