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  1. Parasites: Cryptosporidium parvum, Cyclospora, and Giardia lamblia

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5577

    Cyclospora. When consumed, all three parasites establish themselves in the intestinal tract of the people or ... indicates that parasitic diseases occur most frequently in the warmer months. This is the time when people ... a number of organisms that can make people sick. It is not possible to determine which pathogen is causing ...

  2. Wetlands and West Nile Virus

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/WNV-1008

    to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. The principal transmitter of WNV is the northern house ... infected with WNV. Once the mosquito is infected, it may transmit the virus to people or other animals when ... from the infection. Horses, too, are prone to severe WNV infection. People cannot get WNV from another ...

  3. Hepatitis E: A Foodborne Zoonotic Threat in the U.S. and Abroad

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/as-20

    (Feagins et al. 2007). People can become infected by consumption of undercooked pork or other meat ... hepatitis E commonly occurs among teens and young adults (people aged 15–44 years). Pregnant women are more ... transplantation, cancer, or AIDS are more likely to develop chronic and severe infections. People with underlying ...

  4. Silo Safety

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-59151

    When filling or emptying, never allow people in or around the silo. Easily recognizable warning decals ... and safety harness. When one person enters the silo, there should be two other people on the outside ... a silo, use a safety rope and harness, and there should be at least two people on the outside in case of ...

  5. Stress Management

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-591106

    talk to other people. This support might come from family, church members, friends, or other farmers ... Hotline, (800) 273-TALK (8255), is a lifeline that provides free and confidential support for people in ... make people less able to cope with stress. High blood pressure and cholesterol levels increase the ...

  6. Osteoporosis: Risk Factors, Prevention, and Detection

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5808

    built to replace it. Most people reach their “peak bone mass” around age 35, then very slowly start to ... affecting about 25% of women 65 and older, but only 5% of men 65 and older. Most people do not even know ... Osteoporosis can affect people of all ages but is much more common among older people.  Sex. Your chances of ...

  7. What Outdoor Enthusiasts Should Know About West Nile Virus

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/WNV-1002

    to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. The principal transmitter of WNV is the Northern House ... infected with WNV. Once the mosquito is infected, it may transmit the virus to people or other animals when ... from the infection. Horses, too, are prone to severe WNV infection. People cannot get WNV from another ...

  8. Rabies Prevention in Livestock

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/vme-0001

    people can be exposed to rabies by contact with wild or domestic animals, avoid animals showing signs of ... or becomes aggressive, attacking other animals and people. However, the main symptom is unusual ... making the decision about the need for rabies vaccination. Vaccination of people in high-risk jobs, such ...

  9. Primary Caregiver for a Farm Family Member

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-9842

    make them more helpful for a certain task. Then ASK people for help. Many people are willing to help ... daytime services and activities for adults. It will give your loved one time to interact with other people ... will be gone for extended periods. Accept people's help and seek support.  Educate yourself about ...

  10. Gender Issues: Preparing Children for a Lifetime of Success

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/FLM-FS-16-01-R10

    Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension For many years, people believed that ... fact, during that era, many people began to argue that women and men are far more similar than they are ... an area in which gender differences are well documented. But now, think about a group of people you ...

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