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Yes a person who ate prion infected food using hands can cross-contaminate other things if he touches the food infected with prions with his hands.

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Can you get sick from touching something that has a lot of bacteria?

It is definitely possible to become sick from touching something covered in bacteria. If a person touches something dirty, then touches their eyes, nose, or mouth, they can pretty much count on coming down with something.


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