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In a new case study, researchers from North Carolina State University found that a family suffering from illnesses that ...

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"Kindness is important and I love animals, but so is health. Always prioritize hygiene and safety when interacting with stray animals," an expert told Newsweek.

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Bacteria detect cell wall fragments as danger signals and form protective biofilms, a survival strategy seen across species and relevant for fighting infections. University of Basel researchers have ...

“It can quickly lead to a serious infection within six to 12 hours ... even though the bacteria Pasteurella multocida is usually the culprit in both. “Although dog bites occur far more commonly than ...

“It can quickly lead to a serious infection within ... even though the bacteria Pasteurella multocida is usually the culprit in both. “Although dog bites occur far more commonly than cat ...

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