Zoonoses in the Bedroom

In most industrialized countries, pets are becoming an integral part of households, sharing human lifestyles, bedrooms, and beds. The estimated percentage of pet owners who allow dogs and cats on their beds is 14%–62%. However, public health risks, including increased emergence of zoonoses, may be a...

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Published inEmerging infectious diseases Vol. 17; no. 2; pp. 167 - 172
Main Authors Chomel, Bruno B., Sun, Ben
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 01.02.2011
Subjects
cat
CME
dog
kissing
licking
sleeping
Zoonoses
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Summary:In most industrialized countries, pets are becoming an integral part of households, sharing human lifestyles, bedrooms, and beds. The estimated percentage of pet owners who allow dogs and cats on their beds is 14%–62%. However, public health risks, including increased emergence of zoonoses, may be associated with such practices.
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ISSN:1080-6040
1080-6059
DOI:10.3201/eid1702.101070