Published Date: 2009-06-17 16:00:07
Subject: PRO/AH> Murine typhus - USA (02): (TX)
Archive Number: 20090617.2240

MURINE TYPHUS - USA (02): (TEXAS)
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Date: Wed 17 Jun 2009
From: Pamela Alley <RIC@cncnet.com>


[Re: ProMED-mail Murine typhus - USA: (TX) 20090616.2228]
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Something not mentioned in the previous piece on murine typhus was
the treatment of other animals to prevent fleas.

Treating all companion animals, which may come in contact with
infected fleas (cats, dogs, rabbits, which are allowed on the ground)
would seem to make sense as an important part of prevention in areas
where typhus is seen. Using monthly spot-on type treatments
appropriate to the species (such as, never use Frontline [flea and
tick control product for dogs and cats] on rabbits or dog products on
cats) will do much to decrease the flea population in the general
area as well as on the individual animal(s).

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Communicated by:
Pamela Alley, RVT
Director, Rabbit Industry Council
Oroville, CA
USA
<RIC@cncnet.com>

[Generally, controlling zoonotic diseases requires a comprehensive
approach of treating all susceptible animals as well as education of
the public. Treating dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small companion
animals that may bring fleas into our homes is important in reducing
our overall risk of the disease. And the added benefit is our animals
will be more comfortable without the annoying fleas. - Mod.TG]

See Also

Murine typhus - USA: (TX) 20090616.2228
...................................tg/mj/lm

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