"Rising Cases of Deadly Leptospirosis Linked to Rat Urine in NYC and India"
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New York City officials are warning about the alarming rise of leptospirosis, a disease spread by rat urine, after a record-high number of cases in 2023. The disease, caused by bacteria in the urine of infected Norway rats, can lead to various serious illnesses. Factors associated with climate change have contributed to the spike in cases. The city is also considering a rat birth control program to address the booming rat population.
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- Rising Leptospirosis in US: The deadly infection is already circulating in India The Times of India
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