Rat Bite Disease

Animal welfare officials say a Sanford woman is banned from owning animals for life after over 50 animals were seized from her home. The animals that were seized from the farm on Wednesday, July 14th included twenty horses, eleven chickens, two pigs, six dogs, six cats, two geckos, three rats, and one bearded dragon. The woman admitted to members of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry's Animal Welfare Program that she was unable to care for the animals. All of the animals were taken to local shelters, where they're being checked out by veterinarians and restored to good health before being put up for adoption. Animal Welfare Director Liam Hughes says it was a good outcome. The animals are getting the medical care and attention that they need to thrive. We are immensely grateful to all of the animal sheltering organizations, animal control officers, and volunteers who worked together on this important cause. The woman, whose name has not been released, will...

Mite bites can cause skin lumps and rashes and, occasionally, more serious reactions, Dr. Merchant says. Among outdoor mites, the only type that frequently bites people is the chigger. The word "chigger" applies to a particular species of mite that bites during its larval stage of development, and their bite produces an intensely itchy red welt, Merchant explains. "There are not too many other mite problems outdoors," he adds. RELATED: Everything You Need to Know About Chigger Bites When it comes to indoor mites that bite or cause health issues, Merchant says most spring from animal nests. "Some mites will infest the nests of birds and rats and mice, and when they become abundant, they'll leave that site and sometimes wander into the house and bite people," he explains. In most cases, the bites of these mites cause an itchy skin rash, which may feature small lumps or pimples. "The skin might be very itchy or red for a few days, but then that will ...

Rat-bite fever is a bacterial infection that transmits through contact with rats, other rodents, and contaminated foods and drinks. In May 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that many communities have reported increased rodent activity. The risk of infection due to a rat bite is around 10% , and children living in poverty have the highest risk of developing rat-bite fever (RBF) as a result. Without antibiotic treatment, RBF can cause severe complications, including damage to bones and inflammation of the heart, brain, and spinal cord. It can be fatal. In this article, we describe RBF and discuss its causes and treatments. RBF is a severe infection caused by Streptobacillus moniliformis or Spirillum minus bacteria. These spread to humans through rat bites, contact with rat urine and feces, and contaminated foods and drinks. As researchers observe in a 2020 review , "Annually, more than 2 million animal bites occur in the United States, and rats ...

The Perseid meteor shower and Pluto are the two subjects that will highlight the schedule at the University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium during August. The Perseids are a prolific meteor shower associated with the comet Swift-Tuttle. In August 2006, Pluto was reclassified from a planet to a dwarf planet. The reclassification was triggered by the discovery of many additional objects (the Edgeworth-Kuiper Belt) out beyond the orbit of Neptune. A film and a special live talk for audiences will be featured each week. To get tickets or receive more information about programs, email planetarium@uwyo.edu or call (307) 766-6506. Tickets are $5 for the public and $3 for students, senior citizens, veterans, first responders, and those under 18. Seating is free for children under 5. The August schedule is as follows: "From Earth to the Universe," Saturday, August 7, 2 pm. This 30-minute voyage takes the audience out to the colorful...

Catherine Falls Commercial Getty Images If your dog tries to bite someone, it's important to act quickly. From getting expert help to using a muzzle, there are plenty of effective ways you can stop a dog that nips or bites. Some of the most common reasons a dog may exhibit aggression towards someone include feeling fearful or frustrated, being defensive, guarding others or intimidation. Most dogs will engage in normal mouthing or play nipping, but if you spot your dog aggressively biting others, it could be time to take further action. We speak to the experts at the Dogs Trust to find out how to stop your dog from biting people. Here's everything you need to know... 1. Spot the signs early on Even some of the most well-behaved dogs can occasionally bite people, so it's important you spot any signs of aggressive or irritation early on. "Any dog can act aggressively if they feel worried about something, ...

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It's not uncommon to get an occasional scratch when you play with your cat. However, it's important to take care of your wound and monitor it carefully for complications. Not all cat scratches are dangerous, but certain circumstances may increase your risk of developing certain diseases and other health risks. Read on to learn more about some of the possible dangers associated with cat scratches, and whether you need to seek medical attention. Even during seemingly harmless play with your feline companion, occasional cat scratches are inevitable. Johns Hopkins Medicine says that kittens under 1 year old are even more prone to scratching — you may notice more incidents during play and laptime snuggles as your younger cat is getting used to their movements. Regardless of age, cat scratches can mean more than just pain and temporary red or discolored marks. These wounds can sometimes sting, bleed, and even become infected. Both feral and domesticated cats may also transmit certain...

Treatment options for patients with initial or recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection are highlighted in the 2021 guidelines for the management of adults with C difficile infection, published in Clinical Infectious Diseases. A multidisciplinary panel from the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) created these guidelines to help health care professionals care for patients with initial or recurrent C difficile infection by providing evidence-based recommendations using topic-specific systematic literature reviews and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) approach. Recommendations were labeled as either "strong" or "conditional." Continue Reading Fidaxomicin vs Vancomycin for Initial C difficile Episode For patients with an initial C difficile infection, the panel suggested the use of fidaxomicin instead of th...

A NEW study conducted by the Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF) has shown that obesity cases are rising in Tanzania, increasing the risk of non-communicable diseases. The study shows that if no action is taken this will impose heavy economic burden on individuals, families and the government. The Economic and Social Research Foundation in their report following the research calls for urgent policy intervention by the government to arrest the trend it says has led to upsurge of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Apart from the ever rising death toll from the NCDs, individual patients incur medical and non-medical costs totalling 1,211.78 US dollars annually, on average, as well as indirect costs such as loss of income, according to the report. The cost to the government of caring for NCD patients nearly doubled from 142.7 million dollars in 2015/16 to 280.6 million dollars in 2019/20. Obesity and NCDs are a global concern. According to the World Health Organiz...

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Dogs are among the most popular animal companions. In fact, it's estimated that dogs live in about 38 percent of households in the United States. Still, as with having any other pet, it's important to be aware of the variety of diseases and health risks that may be transmitted from your canine companion. Some of these health risks may be derived from dog scratches that arise from playing, feeding, and coming into contact with an unknown animal. Not all dog scratches are serious, but it's important to be on the lookout for possible signs of infection, and call a doctor to rule out more serious health consequences. Read on to learn about possible health risks from dog scratches and how to treat and prevent them. Daily interactions with your dog — including playtime — can sometimes result in scratches. These might occur from your dog's nails when they step on you or jump up on you, as well as accidentally scratching you with their teeth while playing fetch or during feedi...

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TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - An off-duty Toledo police officer shot and killed a dog Sunday. The officer called TPD dispatch to report that the dog allegedly charged at him on his property. According to police records, the officer said it was a medium-sized dog. The officer said he was on the side of his home with his own dog, when the other dog aggressively charged at them. He discharged his city-issued firearm at the dog, killing it. So now to the question of the law in Ohio when it comes to shooting a dog that you believe is aggressive. We went to an expert for answers. Stephen Heaven is the head of the Toledo Humane Society. "As an animal protection agency, we'd rather animals did not get injured or killed, but we realize under certain circumstances it is going to happen." And when it does happen. "The law in Ohio is quite clear." Heaven says there are specific guidelines in the Ohio Revised Code when it comes to who or what a dog is threatening or attacking. ...