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Body lice may be bigger plague spreaders than previously thought
Science Daily· 3 days agoY. pestis has been the culprit behind numerous pandemics, including the Black Death of the Middle Ages that killed millions of people in Europe. It naturally cycles between rodents and fleas ...
32 diseases you can catch from animals
Live Science via Yahoo News· 6 days agoFrederick Murphy) It's thought that the Ebola virus spreads to humans through close contact with the blood, bodily fluids or organs of these primates, as...
Do body lice spread plague? Science suggests the blood-suckers may have played a surprising role
NBC NEWS· 3 days agoScientists have long debated whether human body lice might have helped drive the rapid spread of the...
Did Body Lice Spread Bubonic Plague? Research Suggests the Parasites Are Better Vectors Than Thought
Smithsonian Magazine· 14 hours agoThe bubonic plague killed an estimated 25 million people in Europe—about one-third of the...
The 10 states where your pet is more likely to get sick from tick-borne diseases, viruses,...
Business Insider via Yahoo News· 3 days agoIt's also important to keep up with preventative medication. Experts recommend giving your pet...
Brooklyn Terrier Receives Special Citation for Work in 'War Against NYC Rats'
PetHelpful via Yahoo News· 5 days agoAlso, rats can harbor parasites such as fleas and ticks, which can further spread diseases to humans...
5 reasons not to have a pet
Rolling Out· 7 days agoHaving a pet can bring joy, companionship and even health benefits to your life. In this article, we will explore five compelling reasons not to have a...
