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Learn how to recognize and prevent methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a potentially dangerous type of staph bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics and may cause skin and ot... Details >
How safe are antibiotics? When should you take them? What should women know before taking antibiotics? Find answers to these frequently asked questions, and many more.... Details >
Clostridium difficile is a germ that can cause diarrhea in patients taking antibiotics. Find out what you can do to lower the chances of developing C. diff infection or spreading it to others. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The Bad Bug Book is a comprehensive reference site for the full range of food borne pathogens including pathogenic bacteria such as salmonella, campylobacter, and vibrio; the entero-virulent escherich... Details >
You already know that obvious symptoms, such as chest pain and severe abdominal pain, require immediate medical attention. But the not-so-obvious symptoms may leave you wondering whether you need to s... Details >
Describes the causes, common sources, symptoms, risk factors, complications, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of food borne illness.... Details >
Find out how to use proper canning techniques, and how to prepare and store food safely in order to prevent this type of foodbourne bacteria.... Details >
Learn the symptoms of Clostridium difficile, often called C. difficile or C. diff, a bacterium that can cause diarrhea and more serious health complications. ... Details >
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You can prevent campylobacter infections by using drinking water that's been tested and approved for purity, and by drinking milk that's been pasteurized. While hiking and camping, avoid drinking wate... Details >
Campylobacteriosis is an infectious disease caused by eating or handling contaminated food or drinking contaminated beverages. Learn about causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of this foodborne... Details >
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health
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