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Can anybody tell me if this (or recomend a purifyer) that kills...
By J
Ranked #771 - Trail Running Hydration
January 28, 2010
Can anybody tell me if this (or recomend a purifyer) that kills Leptospirosis? It is an infection transmitted to humans by water that has been contaminated urine of an infected animal. A high danger in the river and stream water in Hawaii (and I would think other tropical areas).
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By RockyMtnHigh
Ranked #573 - Trail Running Hydration
January 29, 2010
Since the MIOX does kill bacteria (http://www.cascadedesigns.com/MSR/FAQ/Water-Treatment-and-Hydration) and leptospirosis is caused by Leptospira bacteria, the MIOX should prevent leptospirosis.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Purifying Element:
- mixed oxidants (MIOX)
- Purification Time:
- 15 min viruses and bacteria, 30 min giardia, 4 hour cryptosporidium
- Output:
- 4 L
- Weight:
- 3 lb 5 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, popular wilderness areas, rafting trips, foreign travel, disaster preparedness
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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