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If there are any animals upstream that are living in the water or using the water (and, frankly, going to the bathroom in the water), then there will likely be giardia (a type of bacteria) in the water, which, depending on the concentration you ingest, could make you a little sick (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), or make you VERY sick. You could treat the water with chlorine tablets before drinking it. Outdoor stores like REI, EMS, Campmor, and probably even Dick's Sports etc., carry many types of water purification devices, ranging from cheap tablets to expensive machines. You are definitely taking a big chance if you drink water from a stream, unless you are at the very top of a mountain and you know that no animals are using the water upstream from you.
What else can I help you with?
How can people avoid getting sick from the ganges river?
By not drinking any of the water.
How does a person cut a tree in the right direction?
people getting sick from drinking water
Is it bad to stay near to somebody who is sick?
Staying near sick people puts you at a higher risk of getting infected.
Can you smoke weed with a little mold on it?
Sure, but you run the risk of getting really sick if you do.
Can dogs get sick from drinking algae water?
Yes, since humans can get sick from drinking it, then dogs can too.
Did the dog get sick after drinking dish soap water?
Yes, the dog got sick after drinking dish soap water.
If milk and some ice cream makes you sick are you lactose intolerant?
It's possible. But there could be other reasons why you are getting sick from drinking milk and having ice cream. Having gall stones is another reason why you could be getting sick from dairy products because of the fat content in them.
What effect does drinking collidal silver after drinking iodine have on the body?
You get sick?
Can you get sick from drinking your lunch?
You can get sick from imbibing anything if you have an intestinal problem.
Can you get sick by drinking your pee?
Yes!
Why should you avoid drinking tap water or beverages that contain ice when traveling to south America?
you shouldn't avoid drinking tap water unless your scared of getting sick like a little baby
Can baby's get sick from drinking cold water?
Yes, everyone can get sick from everything
