Gastroenteritis (cont.)
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Prevention
With most infections, the key is to block the spread of the organism.
- Always wash your hands.
- Eat properly prepared and stored food.
- Bleach soiled laundry.
- Vaccinations for Salmonella typhi, Vibrio cholerae, and rotavirus have been developed. Rotavirus vaccination is recommended for infants in the U.S. Vaccines for S. typhi and V. cholerae may be administered to individuals traveling in at-risk areas.
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Gastroenteritis is a nonspecific term for various pathologic states of the gastrointestinal tract.
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