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Disease risks from raccoons and skunks.

Authors :
Mitchell, Sian
Anscombe, Jane
Wessels, Julie
Source :
Veterinary Record: Journal of the British Veterinary Association. 5/17/2014, Vol. 174 Issue 21, p510-511. 2p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article focuses on Baylisascaris procyonis infections among raccoons that were importes to Norway as pets. It mentions that Baylisascaris procyonis is a nematode commonly found in wild raccoons in North America and produces large numbers of eggs that are resistant in the environment. It also discusses the risk factors of the infection on humans.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00424900
Volume :
174
Issue :
21
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Veterinary Record: Journal of the British Veterinary Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
96198833
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.g3293