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LEPTOSPIROSIS (WEILS DISEASE)

SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SERVICES

What is Weils Disease ?

● This is a serious and sometimes fatal infection that is transmitted to humans

by contact with urine from infected rats.

What are the symptoms ?

● The disease starts with a flu-like illness with a persistent and severe

headache.

How might I catch it ?

● The bacteria can get into your body through cuts and scratches and through

the lining of the mouth, throat and eyes.

● This can occur after contact with infected urine or contaminated water, such

as in sewers, ditches, ponds and slow-flowing rivers.

How can I prevent it ?

● After working, wash your hands and forearms thoroughly with soap and

water.

● Infection may enter through breaks in the skin, first aid treatment and

covering of all wounds is essential.

● Personal hygiene is critical.

SAFETY WITHOUT COMPROMISE

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