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Q Fever
Q fever is a flu-like illness caused by Coxiella burnetii, which is found in farm animals such as goats, cows, sheep and more.
Syphilis - Congenital
Syphilis in pregnant women can cause miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death. Babies who survive can have irreversible defects.
Yersiniosis
Yersiniosis is a bacterial disease that generally affects the intestinal tract. It is a relatively uncommon disease and usually occurs as a single, isolated event. Occasional outbreaks have been reported due to a common exposure.
Lymphogranuloma Venereum
LGV is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or infection involving the lymph glands in the genital area, caused by a specific strain of chlamydia.
Granuloma Inguinale
Granuloma inguinale is a chronic bacterial infection of the genital region, generally regarded to be an STD.
Chancroid
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium. It is common in tropical countries but rare in other parts of the world.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is spread almost exclusively through sexual contact.
Venereal Warts
Venereal warts are a fairly common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a specific virus that affects the skin or mucus membranes.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a contagious respiratory tract disease caused by a bacteria found in the mouth, nose and throat of an infected person.
AIDS/HIV
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS.