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PRO/AH/EDR> Corynebacterium ulcerans – Japan: (FO) fatal, disseminated, susp. zoonotic, 2016, RFI

Other Human Disease -- JapanHealth authorities are cautioning pet owners and others who come into contact with cats and dogs to be extra vigilant about a deadly infection that has surfaced in Japan.On [10 Jan 2018], the health ministry notified the Japan Medical Association, Japan Veterinary Medical Association and municipal governments nationwide of the 1st fatal case of _Corynebacterium ulcerans_ [infection]._Corynebacterium ulcerans_ is a bacterium that can infect both humans and animals, such Read more [...]