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- 1Flea-borne typhus outbreak investigated in Los Angeles neighborhood●Flea-borne typhus outbreak under investigation in Wilshire Center
Health officials in Los Angeles are investigating a flea-borne typhus outbreak in the Wilshire Center neighborhood. The disease, spread by fleas that often infest rodents and stray animals, can cause fever, headache and rash. Residents are being urged to avoid contact with wild animals, secure trash, and treat pets for fleas as the investigation continues.
- 2Tailored microbiome treatments hailed as future of veterinary medicine●Tailored microbiome interventions ‘the future’ of veterinary medicine
Veterinary experts say personalised microbiome interventions are set to become 'the future' of animal healthcare. The approach involves analysing and adjusting the balance of gut bacteria in individual animals, rather than relying on broad treatments like antibiotics. Supporters say targeted microbiome therapies could improve outcomes for pets and livestock while helping reduce antimicrobial resistance concerns in veterinary practice.