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    Unraveling the Zoonotic Origin and Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 - 3 year(s) ago

    The origin and zoonotic transmission route of SARS-CoV-2 remain speculative. We discuss scenarios for the zoonotic emergence of SARS-CoV-2, and also explore the missing evidence and ecological considerations that are necessary to confidently identify the origin and transmission route of SARS-CoV-2 and to prevent future pandemics of zoonotic viruses.

    Source: Trends in Ecology & Evolution
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      Researchers discuss scenarios for the #zoonotic emergence of #SARSCoV2, and explore missing ecological considerations that are needed to confidently identify the origin of the #virus. Read the Forum, appearing in @Trends_Ecol_Evo https://t.co/7gpYLyDB9g @sci_questions @McMasterU https://t.co/SQcbGf19iS

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    Tularemia, aka ‘rabbit fever’: A rare disease and potential bioweapon - 4 year(s) ago

    Infectious Disease News | Tularemia is a zoonotic disease caused by Francisella tularensis, an aerobic gram-negative coccobacillus. Francisella are slow growing, fastidious and difficult to cultivate.Infection may occur from the bite of an infected tick or deer fly or other biting insect or from contact with an infected animal. Infection may also occur after swallowing or inhaling the bacteria or…

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      From our May issue: Tularemia is a #zoonotic disease caused by Francisella tularensis, an aerobic gram-negative coccobacillus. Francisella are slow growing, fastidious and difficult to cultivate. https://t.co/AuoihqbAjR