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Gastroenteritis (gastro) can be caused by many viruses and results in vomiting and diarrhea. The viruses can easily spread from person to person. It is important to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water to prevent the spread of gastro. What is viral gastroenteritis? Viral gastroenteritis (gastro) is a common infection of the stomach and intestines that causes vomiting and diarrhoea. Gastro can be caused by many different viruses. Examples of viruses that cause gastro are rotavirus and norovirus. There are many other causes of gastro including bacteria, toxins, parasites, and some other diseases. What are the symptoms of viral gastroenteritis? The symptoms of gastro can include: vomiting watery diarrhoea nausea fever abdominal pain headache muscle aches dehydration (from diarrhoea and vomiting) Depending on the cause, symptoms usually take between one and three days to start. Symptoms usually last one to two days, or sometimes longer. How is...

What is bacterial gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the stomach and intestines. It can cause symptoms ranging from mild to severe. A virus, bacterium, or parasite can cause gastroenteritis. When it’s caused by a type of bacteria, it’s called bacterial gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is very common. Bacterial gastroenteritis is less common than viral gastroenteritis. But it’s still a major health risk. This is because you can get dehydrated from vomiting or diarrhea. What causes bacterial gastroenteritis? The more common types of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis include: E. coli Salmonella Campylobacter Shigella What are the symptoms of bacterial gastroenteritis? Symptoms can range from mild pain to life-threatening. Each person may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: Nausea Vomiting Fever (sometimes very high) Belly (abdominal) cramping and pain Diarrhea, possibly bloody Dehydration Electro...

WHAT IS A HUMAN PERFORMANCE EVALUATION After you’ve been offered a job with essential physical requirements, you may be asked to complete a pre-placement test, also known as a pre-employment physical or Human Performance Evaluation (HPE). The HPE is customized to the specific responsibilities of the job and only screens for skills that are needed on a regular basis. The intention is to protect you from potentially getting injured on the job. CONCENTRA'S APPROACH Human Performance Evaluations are conducted by licensed therapists through Concentra’s ADApt® program. The ADApt® program was developed in response to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its impact on occupational medicine. In compliance with the ADA, an HPE is not discriminatory toward qualified employees. Every employee has different physical capabilities and needs. By evaluating your capabilities, we help your employer set you up for success, even before you start the job. Elements of a Pre-Placemen...