Preventing Waterborne Germs at Home

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Preventing Waterborne Germs at Home

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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (U.S.). Division of Foodborne, Waterborne, and Environmental Diseases.
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Waterborne germs can live and grow in our pipes and in devices that use water, such as humidifiers. Some of these germs can make people sick.

Germs especially like to live and grow in water when it is stagnant (not flowing) or when it is not treated with enough water treatment chemicals, such as chlorine. It is important to know where your tap water comes from and how to safely use it for purposes other than drinking.
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Waterborne germs can grow in pipes -- Some waterborne germs can make you sick -- People at risk for getting waterborne illnesses -- Steps to protect yourself and others from waterborne germs at home.
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Waterborne Diseases Water Supply
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