Govt: Increase In Diarrhoea And Vomiting Illness
The Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] of the Ministry of Health and Seniors is informing the public of an “increase in diarrhoea and vomiting illness [gastroenteritis] in the community.”
“An increase in reported cases over the last two weeks has caused the Ministry to issue a medium alert,” a spokesperson said.
“You should contact your healthcare provider if you are concerned about your symptoms. Your doctor may wish to test for the cause. Seek prompt medical attention if you or a person in your care is severely ill, due to the risk of dehydration. This is especially important for young children and seniors.
“You can help to prevent the spread of infection by staying home until you are well. Those who have symptoms of vomiting and diarrhoea should not go to work and should not handle or prepare food for others while ill.
“Professional food handlers and caregivers should consult a physician or the Department of Health before returning to work.
“Children with diarrhoea and/or vomiting should not attend a summer camp or day care centre until 48 hours from the last episode of diarrhoea. Children in diapers with diarrhoea should not use wading/swimming pools.
“While you are ill or caring for someone who is ill, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet, and before eating. Hand sanitizer may be used if the hands are not visibly dirty; flush or discard any vomit and/or stool in the toilet and making sure that the surrounding area is kept clean; disinfect contaminated surfaces, e.g.: kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces.
“As a general precaution, cook and store food appropriately. Keep hot food hot [at 140 degrees F or above], and cold food refrigerated [at 40 degrees F or below] and use bottled water when travelling in countries where the water supply might be unsafe.
“In Bermuda, the Department of Health recommends that tank water be disinfected before it is used for drinking or food preparation – common methods include boiling, ultraviolet light, and chlorination.
“Further updates will be given if the alert level rises or if a specific cause of the diarrhoea and vomiting is identified.
“For more information, please visit the website.”
Thanks Bernews
why?
Because everyone over that age is full of sh……………….
Irony.
keeping us informed …fool
This could be a simple case of political flu.
So be careful, you may catch it just by voting yourself sick…
Persons need to be careful about eating from open food delis. Loads of cross contamination. Just yesterday a friend found worms in her salad. I’ve had food poisoning 3 times from an open food deli. We need more inspections of food courts as persons handling money are also serving food. Kitchens needs inspection as well.
Food poisoning 3 Times? Perhaps YOU need to be a little more careful with what you stuff in your pie hole.
Most of the diarrhea came from the shameful 21 who voted yes on Friday night we are waiting for you all to show up at our doors to explain