Notes to protect yourself from Whitmore's disease-causing bacteria during the rainy and flood season

    MINH CHÂU - ĐINH ĐINH |

    Whitmore disease bacteria exist naturally in soil and water environments. During the rainy and flood season, people should pay attention to measures to protect their health and avoid getting sick.

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