Campylobacteriosis

(Campylobacter)

Campylobacteriosis is a common bacterial disease, causing intestinal illness, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Infection occurs through direct contact with animals or from consuming undercooked meat, poultry, unpasteurized dairy products or contaminated water. Most cases are mild, but infections can cause serious complications among the very young, elderly and immunocompromised.

 

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PHO Rounds: Toxigenic C. Diphtheriae in a Donkey: Implications for Zoonotic Disease Transmission and One Health Approach

Enhanced disease surveillance, along with clearer protocols for reporting and information sharing across sectors, is essential to reduce the risk of future zoonotic outbreaks and protect public health.

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Communicable.DiseaseControl@oahpp.ca

Updated 13 Dec 2024