Q Fever

(Query fever)

Q Fever is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii. Reservoir animals include sheep, cattle, goats, cats and dogs. It is transmitted to humans by inhaling dust contaminated by infected animals’ urine, milk, feces and other fluids or by direct contact with these contaminated items. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, weakness and muscle pain.

 

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PHO Rounds: Doxy-PEP for STI Prevention in Cisgender gbMSM, PLHIV and Trans Women

In this Rounds presentation, presenters will explore research on doxy-PEP and various vital considerations for this STI prevention strategy.

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Updated 15 Dec 2022