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Weil's Disease Information
We would like to bring to the
attention of all participants of the event the dangers of
water-borne diseases particularly Weil's Disease as follows:-
Unlike tap water, the
water in canals, rivers and reservoirs is untreated and
micro-organisms are naturally present. However, although
the risk of contracting illness (including the much
publicised but rare condition Weil's Disease) is
extremely small, sensible precautions should be taken as
follows:
* Avoid full immersion in the water
* Cover all cuts and abrasions with waterproof dressings
before contact with the water
* Wash all exposed skin after contact with the water and
before eating.
* Do not put wet ropes, fishing lines or other objects in
your mouth.
Should any illness occur
within 2 weeks of contact, you should seek medical advice
and inform your doctor you have been in contact with
untreated water.
Courtesy of British Waterways
British Canoe Union guidence
here
Last modified:
May 25, 2015
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