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Campylobacter

Published on Apr 10, 2016

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

CAMPYLOBACTER

SIGNS TO INDICATE PRESENCE: NONE

SYMPTOMS CAN APPEAR AFTER 2-5 DAYS

  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Bloody diarrhea
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SOURCES

  • Intestinal tracts of animals and birds
  • Raw milk
  • Untreated water
  • Sewage sludge

PREVENTION

  • Completely cook meat, poultry, or shellfish
  • Drink pasteurized milk
  • Beware of contaminated waters (camping, swimming, etc.)
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