Beware of contaminated water in Isère. Since Friday March 18, 2016, an epidemic of gastroenteritis hits the Isère. It all started in the accommodation facility for dependent elderly people (EHPAD) in the town of Vif, where 15 residents out of 52 presented symptoms of gastro. In parallel, an unusual absenteeism at the college of Vif put the chip in the ear of the Regional Health Agency (ARS). The latter then asked the operator of the water network to carry out a self-check of the quality of the water distributed.
The results of these analyzes, communicated by the Prefecture of Isère Sunday, March 20, highlight a significant microbial contamination in the water network. The most affected municipalities are those of Vif and Le Gua, which represents around 4,000 inhabitants.
Sanitary recommendations
The prefecture therefore recommends that the inhabitants of the region follow the following health and behavioral instructions:
– do not consume tap water, except after boiling for 2 minutes, for drinking, preparing food and brushing teeth
– call 15 in case of diarrhea or vomiting
The prefecture iséroise also indicated that a distribution of bottled water is ensured in the communes concerned and that corrective measures at the level of the water network, with a view to restoring a compliant quality, were underway.
Symptoms of gastroenteritis are diarrhea, from vomiting and abdominal pain. In addition to medication against nausea and diarrhea, hydrate yourself abundantly to compensate for water loss. See a doctor if symptoms worsen, if vomiting becomes systematic, or if your temperature exceeds 38.5 ° C.
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