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1
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which animal does salmonella affect

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poultry, pigs and reptiles

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is salmonella a zoonotic disease

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YES

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what are the symptoms of salmonella

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Diarrhea.
Stomach (abdominal) cramps.
Fever.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Headache.

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what are the treatments of salmonella

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Generally individuals with Salmonella do not require treatment

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how can we prevent salmonella

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Wash your hands.
Keep your food preparation areas clean.
Avoid unpasteurized foods.
Cook and store your food at the appropriate temperatures.
Be careful when handling animals.
Use caution when swimming.

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What animals does campylobacter affect

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poultry, cattle, pigs, sheep and ostriches; and in pets, including cats and dogs.

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is campylobacter a zoonotic disease

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YES

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what are the symptoms of campylobacter

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diarrhea (often bloody), fever, and stomach cramps.

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what are the treatment of campylobacter

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Most people with Campylobacter infection don’t need antibiotics.

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how can we prevent campylobacter

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Wash Your Hands. Campylobacter and other harmful germs can survive on your hands.
Cook Food to the Right Temperature. Be extra careful with poultry, one of the top causes of Campylobacter illnesses in the United States.
Drink Pasteurized Milk.
Do Not Drink Untreated Water.
Take Care with Pets.

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what animals does leptospirosis affect

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Cattle.
Pigs.
Horses.
Dogs.
Rodents.
Wild animals.

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12
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is leptospirosis a zoonotic disease

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YES

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what are the symptoms of leptospirosis

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High fever.
Headache.
Chills.
Muscle aches.
Vomiting.
Jaundice (yellow skin and eyes)
Red eyes.
Abdominal pain.

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what are the treatments of leptospirosis

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antibiotics, such as doxycycline or penicillin,

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how can you prevent leptospirosis

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Avoid touching fresh water or soil that may be contaminated with animal urine.
Avoid touching objects that may be contaminated with animal urine, such as animal bedding.
Don’t wade, swim, or put your head in floodwaters or water from lakes, rivers, or swamps.

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16
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what animals does septicaemia affect

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cattle and buffaloes

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17
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is septicaemia a zoonotic disease

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NO

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what are the treatments of septicaemia

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antibiotics, managing blood flow to organs, and treating the source of the infection.

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18
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what are the symptoms of septicaemia

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loss of consciousness.
severe breathlessness.
a high temperature (fever) or low body temperature.
a change in mental state – like confusion or disorientation.
slurred speech.
cold, clammy and pale or mottled skin.
a fast heartbeat.
fast breathing.

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how can you prevent septicaemia

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handwashing, Keeping cuts and other wounds clean, and keeping them covered until healed and keeping up to date on recommended vaccines.

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20
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what animals does bronchitis affect

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DOGS

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21
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is bronchitis a zoonotic disease

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NO - but can be linked to allergies

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22
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what are the symptoms of bronchitis

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a cough – you may cough up clear, white, yellow or green mucus.
chest pain when coughing.
shortness of breath.
a sore throat.
a runny nose.
a high temperature.

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23
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what are the treatments of bronchitis

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rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and plenty of fluids.

24
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how can you prevent bronchitis

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Clean your hands. Get recommended vaccines, such as the flu vaccine. Don’t smoke and avoid secondhand smoke.

25
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what animals does parvovirus affect

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dogs and other canids like coyotes, wolves, and foxes

26
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is parvovirus a zoonotic disease

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NO

27
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what are the symptoms of parvovirus

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lethargy, depression, and loss or lack of appetite, followed by a sudden onset of high fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

28
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what are the treatments of parvovirus

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IV fluids and management of electrolytes

29
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how can you prevent parvovirus

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vaccinating your dog regularly

30
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what animals does rabies affect?

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only mammals

31
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what are the symptoms of rabies

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weakness or discomfort, fever, or headache.

32
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is rabies a zoonotic disease

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YES

33
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what are the treatments of rabies

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weakness or discomfort, fever, or headache.

34
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how can you prevent rabies

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Vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies as required by law.
Keep dogs and cats under control.
Leave stray or unknown dogs and cats alone.
Leave wild animals alone.
Do not keep wild animals as pets.
Make your property unattractive to wild animals.

35
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What animals does feline leukaemia virus affect?

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CATS

36
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is feline leukaemia virus a zoonotic disease

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NO

37
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what are the symptoms of feline leukaemia virus

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Frequent infections of all kinds, weight loss, fever, lethargy, nervous signs (such as problems walking), and recurrent diarrhoea

38
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what are the treatments of feline leukaemia virus

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prescribing antibiotics for bacterial infections, or performing blood transfusions for severe anemia).

39
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how can you prevent feline leukaemia virus

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prevent their exposure to FeLV-infected cats.

40
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which animals does ringworm affect?

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dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, rodents, rabbits and birds.

41
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is ringworm a zoonotic disease.

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YES

42
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what are the symptoms of ringworm?

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Itchy skin.
Ring-shaped rash.
Red, scaly, cracked skin.
Hair loss.

43
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what are the treatments of ringworm?

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non-prescription antifungal creams, lotions, or powders applied to the skin for 2 to 4 weeks.

44
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how can you prevent ringworm?

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Keep your skin clean and dry.
Wear shoes that allow air to circulate freely around your feet.
Don’t walk barefoot in areas like locker rooms or public showers.
Clip your fingernails and toenails short and keep them clean.
Change your socks and underwear at least once a day.

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What animals does Lyme disease affect

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dogs, horses, and possibly cats

46
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Is Lyme disease Zoonotic

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YES

47
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What are the symptoms of Lyme Disease

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tiredness (fatigue)
muscle pain.
joint pain.
headaches.
a high temperature (fever)
chills.
neck stiffness.

48
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What are the treatments for Lyme disease

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Antibiotics such as doxycycline, amoxicillin, cefuroxime, and azithromycin

49
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How can you prevent Lyme Disease

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using insect repellent, removing ticks promptly, applying pesticides, and reducing tick habitat

50
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What animals does tapeworm affect

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sheep, pigs, cattle, goats, horses, camels, wallabies and kangaroos

51
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Is tapeworm zoonotic

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Humans do not directly contract tapeworm from dogs, but they could get it from ingesting a flea from the dog

52
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What are the symptoms of tapeworm

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Upset stomach, or feeling like you could throw up.
Stomachache or stomach pain.
Not wanting to eat.
Loose stools.
Diarrhea.
Weight loss.
Gas.
Hunger pains.

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What are the treatments of tapeworm

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How can you prevent tapeworm

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