Yersiniosis

Yersiniosis is a disease caused by the bacteria Yersinia. It associated with consuming food or beverages contaminated with the bacteria. Many cases of yersiniosis are related to eating raw or undercooked pork. Symptoms of yersiniosis can include diarrhea, which can be bloody, fever and abdominal pain. Practicing good hand hygiene and safe food handling practices can help prevent yersiniosis.

 

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PHO Rounds: Legionella Risk Management and Investigations in Health Care Facilities

This session will provide a practical overview of public health investigation of legionellosis in health care facilities, including assessment of the epidemiology, potential environmental sources, appropriate clinical and environmental testing, and environmental control and remediation measures.

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Communicable Disease Control

Communicable.DiseaseControl@oahpp.ca

Updated 13 Dec 2024