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The first pig-to-human transmission of H1N1 was reported in Ontario. The province’s chief medical officer confirmed this in late September. The story unfolded because a man who is in critical but stable condition contracted the virus after close contact with pigs in either the US or Canada. The case was confirmed after some laboratory tests […]
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A recent Quebec City outbreak of legionnaire’s disease, a potentially fatal condition caused by legionella bacteria, appears to be under control, according to municipal officials. The outbreak, which began in July, has caused 11 confirmed deaths. A total of 176 cases have now been reported. Quebec City’s public health director, Francois Debiens, called the situation […]
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A recent outbreak of legionnaire’s disease has claimed at least 11 lives in Quebec City. The disease, which is caused by legionella bacteria, grows in standing water and can be spread droplet form through ventilation systems. People with weak immune systems and heavy smokers are at the greatest risk of contracting the disease. While the […]
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