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Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
… It is also spread through objects that are contaminated with the bacteria such as towels, clothing, razors, and gym or sports equipment. Athletes, school students, and children who attend … -
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
… PPE is impacted by COVID-19. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is any type of specialized clothing, barrier product, or breathing (respiratory) device used to protect workers from serious … -
Mpox (Monkeypox): Basic Information
… skin lesions or body fluids of an infected person, Through sharing items, such as bedding or clothing of an infected person, or Through prolonged exposure to an infected person's respiratory … healed and a fresh layer of skin has formed. Do not handle or touch the bedding, towels, or clothing of a person with mpox. Standard household cleaning products and disinfectants should be … is likely to occur at the event you plan to attend. Do not share objects like bedding, towels, clothing, or utensils with someone with mpox. Is mpox contagious? Mpox does not spread easily … -
Plague
… outdoors in an area with rodent fleas. Products containing DEET can be applied to the skin and clothing. Products containing permethrin can be applied to clothing only (always follow instructions on the label). When around your home, work place, or … -
LGBTQ Health: Transgender Health
… body with their gender identity Express gender in less permanent ways. This includes through clothing, hair, makeup, pronoun usage, and other behaviors. Choose not to alter their external … -
About Zika Virus
… . Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, and shoes. Mosquitoes may bite through thin clothing, so spraying clothes with an insecticide (e.g., permethrin) or repellent (e.g., DEET) … -
Wisconsin TB Assistance Program
… medication. TB treatment assistance aids do not need to be elaborate or expensive. Food, small clothing items, hobby supplies, toys, juice boxes, gift cards, or stickers are a few examples of … -
Health Department Urges People to Keep Taking Steps To Avoid Mosquito-Related Illnesses
… lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535 and apply according to label instructions. Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear. Wear loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts and long pants to keep mosquitoes away … -
Mercury: Cleaning Up Small Spills
… reduce the spread of mercury. People who touch or contact the mercury should remove shoes and clothing and put these items in two sealed plastic bags. Block mercury from spreading Do not pour … goggles Wear proper protection Protect yourself from getting mercury on yourself and your clothing. To do this, you should wear rubber gloves. If possible, place booties or use plastic … -
Cryptosporidiosis
… you can lower the chance of spreading Crypto by taking the following precautions: Wash linens, clothing, dishwasher- or dryer-safe soft toys, etc. soiled with poop or vomit as soon as … -
Climate and Health: Heat Health and Safety Tips
… If you have to be outside, stick to the cooler morning and evening hours. Wear light, loose clothing and take frequent, air conditioned breaks. Beware of hot cars. Never leave a person or a … -
Tobacco is Changing: Packaging
… look like mints or gum. Disposable electronic cigarettes that look like fashionable pens. New clothing, bags, and accessories you don’t remember buying. Unexplained online purchases or … -
Prepare Now for Summer Heat
… If you have to be outside, stick to the cooler morning and evening hours. Wear light, loose clothing and take frequent, air conditioned or shade breaks. Beware of hot cars. Never leave a …
Last revised March 24, 2023