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America's pet cats often infected with 'beaver fever' that transmits to humans, scientists warn

Daily Mail Science and Tech · 10 October 2026 at 16:00

America's pet cats often infected with 'beaver fever' that transmits to humans, scientists warn

A parasite which causes long-lasting diarrhea and lingering health issues in people has been found in a large portion of US house cats.

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America's pet cats often infected with 'beaver fever' that transmits to humans, scientists warn

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