A cat-borne fungus infected 11,000 people; the US is next, CDC says
A cat-borne fungus has infected thousands in South America and may soon reach the US.
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A fungus transmitted by domestic cats has infected 11,000 people in South America. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that the US may be next. Coverage from AOL.com, The Independent, and Boing Boing highlights the spread of the fungus across South America.
Science News and Vet Candy emphasize the pathogen's presence in both domestic and wild animals. The CDC's warning about potential US spread is a key focus. The fungus's ability to infect both cats and humans is also emphasized.
Watch for updates on the fungus's spread to the US. Coverage does not yet specify the fungus's name or details about its transmission beyond cat scratches.
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Quick answers
What is the name of the fungus?
Coverage does not yet specify the name of the fungus.
How is the fungus transmitted?
The fungus is transmitted through domestic cat scratches. Coverage does not yet specify other modes of transmission.
What animals are affected by the fungus?
The fungus affects both domestic cats and humans. Coverage from Vet Candy also notes its presence in wild animals.
Coverage (5)
- The ‘ginormous’ cat-killer fungus spreading across South America AOL.com · 1d ago
- Pathogenic fungus transmitted by domestic cat scratches is present in wild animals Vet Candy · 1d ago
- Deadly cat-killer fungus is spreading across South America: ‘It is just a matter of time’ The Independent · 1d ago
- A deadly fungus that can infect cats and people is spreading Science News · 1d ago
- A cat-borne fungus infected 11,000 people; the US is next, CDC says Boing Boing · 1d ago
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