'Touching eyes' presentation slideshows

Infection Control

Infection Control. Microorganisms. Small living organism not visible to the naked eye, a microbe Pathogen (cause infections) vs. nonpathogen (harmless or helpful microorganisms). Grouping of Microorganisms.

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The Dynamics of Disease

The Dynamics of Disease. Heath E. Capello NSF North Mississippi GK-8 University of Mississippi April 2006. The Run of the Show. What are diseases and how are they studied? What are some common diseases in Mississippi and how are they prevented?. What is a disease?.

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Preparing for Swine-origin Influenza A (S-OIV or H1N1)

Preparing for Swine-origin Influenza A (S-OIV or H1N1). September 9, 2009. Origins/ Severity of Illness. An unexpected surge in influenza A cases toward the end of the 2008-9 flu season was noted around Mexico City in April, 2009, and shortly thereafter, in California & Texas.

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H1N1

H1N1. How is the H1N1 Virus Spread?. It is mainly spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with the H1N1 virus. It may also be spread by touching an object or surface with the Virus on it and then touching your mouth or nose.

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GERMS

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Flu Basics What is influenza?

Flu Basics What is influenza? Influenza (flu) is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes death. How does flu spread? Most experts think that flu viruses are spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough,

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Did you know that you carry millions of microbes on your hands? Most are harmless, but you can pick up some that cause illnesses, such as colds, flu, and diarrhea. .

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