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 Learning Exchange: Managing iGAS Outbreaks in Congregate Living Settings

This PHO Learning Exchange focuses on sharing experiences and response strategies for managing invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease (iGAS) outbreaks in congregate living settings (CLS).

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