How urban rats spread deadly bacteria as they migrate The Nau Review May 5, 2025 Rats are well known for carrying diseases. And as they migrate in cities, they spread bacteria that could be life-threatening to humans, according to a six-year study co-authored by Nate Stone, a Ph.D. student turned research scientist at NAU’s Pathogen & Microbiome Institute, and Dave Wagner, PMI’s executive director. The pair worked on the research alongside colleagues … Read More from How urban rats spread deadly bacteria as they migrate Read Article
Four confirmed cases of hantavirus in Indiana in 2024 Shelby County Post April 30, 2025 For many years, the serious illness called hantavirus was not considered much of an issue in Indiana. However, in 2024 there were four confirmed cases in the state in which two died and two survived. … Read More from Four confirmed cases of hantavirus in Indiana in 2024 Read Article
‘The rubbish is alive’ – rats feast as Birmingham bin workers strike BBC March 11, 2025 Overflowing wheelie bins and black bags piled high have become commonplace in Birmingham in recent weeks. … Read More from ‘The rubbish is alive’ – rats feast as Birmingham bin workers strike Read Article
