Obviously this depends on two things – if the water is infected with the bacteria, and if you and said bacteria get in close enough
Read moreI was infected and treated, and seem to be fine now, but I get headaches/feel tired/etc – is it connected?
It could well be connected. There is currently a lot of research being conducted (including by the LIC) into the persistent state of the infection.
Read moreCan I catch the infection from my dog/cat/neighbour/wife/etc?
Firstly, the bacteria is water-borne. You cannot catch it from shaking hands, talking to someone, petting an animal, sharing clothes, etc. If you suspect something
Read moreLeptospirosis Infection Rates
Collecting data on leptospirosis prevalence is often difficult. In some countries the infection is nationally notifiable, and so case data is available to researchers. In
Read moreLeptospirosis prevention after flooding
Natural disaster infection control All cases of freshwater flooding will lead to an increased risk of human leptospirosis, especially those where the areas affected include
Read moreSoda cans and leptospirosis
EMAILS CLAIMING A RISK OF LEPTOSPIROSIS FROM SODA CANS ARE FAKE. First seen in 2002, these emails are entirely without substance, and have been used
Read moreGuyana Leptospirosis Outbreak 2005
Flooding along the East coast of Guyana has resulted in an increase in reported human cases of leptospirosis. This is being reported widely. A statement
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