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"Oregon Resident Contracts Bubonic Plague from Pet Cat, Officials Confirm"

An Oregon resident has contracted bubonic plague from a pet cat, according to public health officials. The case was identified and treated in its early stages, posing little risk to the community. Symptoms of the disease include fever, nausea, weakness, chills, and muscle aches, and it can lead to more severe infections if not diagnosed early. All close contacts of the person and the cat have been provided with medication, and the last reported case of bubonic plague in Oregon was in 2015.

via KATU|

#bubonic-plague #health #oregon

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"Pet Cat Linked to Rare Bubonic Plague Case in Oregon, Health Officials Confirm"

A resident in Oregon has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, the state's first reported case in eight years, with health officials linking the illness to the person's infected pet cat. The cat had been displaying symptoms of the plague, and it's believed that the resident contracted the bacteria from the animal.

via OregonLive|

#bubonic-plague #health #health-officials

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Oregon Resident Contracts Bubonic Plague from Pet Cat"

An Oregon resident contracted bubonic plague from their sick pet cat, marking the first case in the state since 2015. The person's case was caught early and responded well to antibiotic treatment, and they are recovering. Health officials have contacted all close contacts of the resident and their pet to prevent illness. Cats are considered a common source of infection in the US, and health officials provided tips to prevent contracting the deadly bacteria, including avoiding contact with fleas and rodents.

via Ars Technica|

#antibiotic-treatment #bubonic-plague #health

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Oregon's Rare Human Bubonic Plague Case Linked to Pet Cat"

Health officials in Central Oregon have confirmed a case of human bubonic plague, likely transmitted by a pet cat. The infected individual, residing in Deschutes County, marks the state's first human case in over eight years. Symptoms of the plague include fever, nausea, weakness, and swollen lymph nodes. Health experts recommend avoiding contact with rodents and fleas, using flea control products for pets, and discouraging pet cats from hunting rodents to prevent the spread of the disease.

via USA TODAY|

#bubonic-plague #health #health-officials

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Pet Cat Linked to Oregon's First Human Bubonic Plague Case in 8 Years"

Oregon reports its first human case of bubonic plague in over eight years, likely contracted from a pet cat displaying symptoms. Health officials have contacted all close contacts of the resident and their pet to provide medication to prevent illness, and there is little risk to the community as the case was identified and treated early. The plague can progress into more severe forms if not diagnosed early, and symptoms include fever, nausea, weakness, chills, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes.

via Fox 12 Oregon|

#bubonic-plague #deschutes-county #health

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Oregon Reports First Human Bubonic Plague Case in Nearly a Decade Linked to Pet Cat"

Oregon officials are rushing to contain an outbreak of bubonic plague after the state's first case since 2015 was reported. The infected resident is believed to have contracted the plague from their symptomatic cat, and health officials have provided medication to prevent further illness among close contacts. Bubonic plague is treatable with antibiotics if caught early, but can be fatal if left untreated, and officials recommend avoiding contact with wild rodents and keeping pets away from them to prevent infection.

via Daily Mail|

#bubonic-plague #health #health-officials

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"Oregon's Rare Human Plague Case Linked to Infected Pet Cat"

A case of plague has been reported in Deschutes County, Oregon, with officials linking the infection to a symptomatic pet cat. The last reported case in Oregon was in 2015, and the disease spreads to humans or animals through flea bites or contact with infected animals. Symptoms include fever, nausea, weakness, and swollen lymph nodes. To prevent the spread of plague, people are advised to avoid contact with rodents and their fleas, keep pets on a leash with flea control, and discourage pet cats from hunting rodents.

via KOMO News|

#health #oregon #pet-cat

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Oregon Resident Contracts Bubonic Plague from Infected Pet Cat"

Deschutes County in Oregon has reported a case of human plague linked to an infected pet cat, with symptoms typically appearing two to eight days after exposure to an infected animal or flea. The county health services have provided tips to prevent the spread of plague, including avoiding contact with rodents and their fleas, keeping pets on a leash with flea control products, and discouraging pet cats from hunting rodents. Residents are advised to keep wild rodents out of homes, refrain from feeding them in campgrounds, and take precautions such as wearing long pants and using insect repellent to reduce flea exposure.

via KATU|

#deschutes-county #health #human-infection

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"Oregon Resident Infected with Bubonic Plague from Pet Cat, First Case in 8 Years"

Oregon reports its first human case of bubonic plague in over eight years, likely transmitted from a symptomatic pet cat, with health officials stating that the infected resident and their pet have received prompt medical attention. Bubonic plague, carried by wild rodents and fleas, is rare in the US, with an annual average of 5 to 15 cases in the western United States, and the disease is typically found in rural to semi-rural areas with prevalent wild rodent populations.

via Times of India|

#bubonic-plague #cdc #health

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"Oregon Resident Infected with Bubonic Plague Likely from Pet Cat"

An Oregon resident has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, likely contracted from their pet cat, marking the state's first case in nearly a decade. Health officials have provided medication to close contacts of the infected person and their cat, and stress that the case was diagnosed and treated early, posing little risk to the community. The bubonic plague, carried by wild rodents and their fleas, can be fatal if left untreated but is treatable with antibiotics if caught early. This rare occurrence serves as a reminder for people to avoid contact with wild rodents and keep pets away from them to prevent infection.

via New York Post |

#antibiotics #bubonic-plague #health

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Oregon Resident Infected with Human Plague Likely from Pet Cat"

Oregon reports its first human case of plague in over 8 years, likely transmitted by a pet cat in Deschutes County. The infected person responded well to antibiotic treatment, and health officials are monitoring close contacts for potential infections. Plague cases are rare in the U.S., mostly occurring in the rural West, and are typically linked to fleas carrying Yersinia pestis. Health authorities advise pet owners to use flea control products and seek veterinary care if their pets become sick after touching rodents.

via NBC News|

#deschutes-county #health #oregon

world2 years ago•2 min saved

"Outrage as Pet Cat Dies in Snow After Being Thrown Off Russian Train"

A Russian train conductor sparked outrage after throwing a pet cat off a train, believing it was a stray, leading to the cat being found dead in the snow with bite marks. More than 300,000 people have signed a petition calling for the conductor to lose her job, while another petition seeks criminal charges against her. The incident has caused widespread outrage in Russia, with the train operator expressing regret and vowing to change its rules regarding unaccompanied animals on trains.

via CBS News|

#animal-cruelty #outrage #pet-cat

animal-cruelty2 years ago•1 min saved

"Outrage in Russia as Train Driver Throws Pet Cat Off Carriage"

In Russia, a train conductor sparked outrage after throwing a pet cat, mistaken for a stray, off a train, leading to the cat's death. Over 300,000 people have signed a petition calling for her dismissal, while another petition seeks criminal charges. The incident has caused widespread anger and concern, with the conductor facing public backlash despite local authorities declining to prosecute her.

via Daily Mail|

#animal-cruelty #outrage #pet-cat

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Elderly Man Charged with Murder in Cat Vet Bill Dispute

An 84-year-old man in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has been charged with murdering his 85-year-old wife during an argument over veterinary bills for their pet cat. The man claimed that his wife grabbed a knife and threatened to kill him, prompting him to beat her. He was found covered in blood when police arrived at their home, and his wife was discovered with head injuries. The man has been charged with first-degree and third-degree murder.

via NBC 10 Philadelphia|

#argument #crime #domestic-violence

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First US Case: Woman Contracts C. diff from Pet Cat, Raising Concerns of Animal-to-Human Transmission

A healthy woman in Texas contracted a bacterial infection called C. diff from her pet cat, marking the first documented case of animal-to-human transmission in the US. The woman experienced violent diarrhea for two months before doctors discovered the link between her symptoms and her recently adopted stray cat. Swabs revealed that both the woman and the cat were infected with the same strains of C. diff, although the cat showed no symptoms. This case serves as a reminder of the potential risks posed by household pets and highlights the importance of proper hygiene and awareness of zoonotic diseases.

via Daily Mail|

#bacterial-infection #c-diff #diarrhea