Lepto-alert

13/02/2021

Can you identify which phase of leptospirosis he was in?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYpTDYtbUEM

13/02/2021

Can leptospirosis be treated? The answer is yes!

with antibiotics, leptospirosis can be treated, your local health care center should be contacted if any of the leptospirosis symptoms are detected.

Remember, Prevention is better than cure! take precautions to avoid leptospirosis !

13/02/2021

Leptospirosis can be prevented if caution is taken!

How can we prevent leptospirosis? simple steps should be taken to ensure this disease is not contracted.

Remember, prevention is better than cure!

13/02/2021

Members of Lepto Alert hosted a panel discussion with guest speaker Ms. Metrina Daniels who is the acting manager attached to the critical care cardiac unit of Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation.

A very informative and interactive session on a brief history of leptospirosis in Guyana as well as the signs and symptoms, treatment and preventative measures we can take to avoid contracting leptospirosis.

13/02/2021

Are you experiencing signs and symptoms of Leptospirosis? Medical attention should be sought immediately after experiencing any of the leptospirosis symptoms.

Contact your doctor or go to your nearby health center for immediate diagnosis and treatment!

12/02/2021

How much do you know about the signs and symptoms of Leptospirosis? Share with your friends and family to boost their awareness and help them protect against Lepto!!
How many can you answer correctly?
Share your score! Let's see how much you know 😄

How long does it take for the signs and symptoms of leptospirosis to appear after infection?, Is it possible for someone to show no signs or symptoms of leptospirosis?, How many phases does leptospirosis occur?

12/02/2021

The signs and symptoms of leptospirosis usually appear suddenly, about 5 to 14 days after infection. However, the incubation period can range from 2 to 30 days, according to the CDC.

Most people recover from phase 1 or mild leptospirosis within a week without treatment, but around 10 percent go on to develop severe leptospirosis.

Signs and symptoms of phase 2 or severe leptospirosis will appear a few days after mild leptospirosis symptoms have disappeared.

12/02/2021

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that affects animals as well as humans.

It is spread when the urine of rodents and other animals like dogs or cattle contaminates bodies of water. When humans get into contact with this water either by drinking or by way of an open wound they too become infected.

11/02/2021

Those who are employed in sectors that require fieldwork or outdoor work and require contact with animals are at risk. Such occupations include veterinarians, farmers, sewer workers, fishermen and miners. Leptospirosis can also be contracted through recreational activities in contaminated grounds such as kayaking, swimming and rafting. Be alert with LeptoAlert!

11/02/2021

Who needs to know about Leptospirosis. , the responsible person who cares and wants to protect their loved ones

Why should you be concerned?
In Guyana, the conditions for an outbreak of Lepto can easily occur since rainfall patterns vary and animals can contaminate accumulated waters.