Fourteen dogs severely matted, neglected Apr 17, 2008
The disease, leptospirosis, is transmitted to animals and humans through the feces and urine of rats. Each day, the dogs' condition improves, Greco said. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Lydgate State Park, Kauai Apr 15, 2008
Fresh water in Hawaii contains leptospirosis, which can cause severe illness. Kamalani Kai Bridge is best reserved for periods of dry, sunny level. (Suite101.com)
New Species Of Infectious Disease Found In Amazon Apr 7, 2008
6, 2008) While investigating the tropical disease leptospirosis in the Peruvian Amazon, an infectious disease specialist from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine has uncovered new, emerging bacteria that may be responsible for up to 40 percent of cases of the disease. Patients with severe forms of leptospirosis have jaundice, renal failure and lung hemorrhage, with high fatality rates ... Leptospirosis is a severe, water-borne disease transmitted from animals to humans,... (Science Daily)
India hotspot for new infectious diseases: Report Feb 23, 2008
Other zooneses in India include incidences of Japanese encephalitis in UP, the Surat plague, leptospirosis and more common infections such as rabies and anthrax. Worldwide, the study found that disease emergences have roughly quadrupled over the past 50 years. (Times of India)
Scientists: India risks new epidemics Feb 22, 2008
Other zoonoses in India include incidences of Japanese encephalitis in UP, the Surat plague, leptospirosis and more common infections such as rabies and anthrax. Of special concern are zoonoses such as bird flu, incidences of which have risen worldwide. (Xinhuanet, China)
Globetrotting Black Rat Genes Reveal Spread Of Humans And Diseases Feb 6, 2008
Black Rats are carriers of many different human diseases, including plague, typhus and leptospirosis, says CSIRO mammal expert Dr Ken Aplin, lead author of the study. It has been unclear why certain rodent-borne diseases are more common in some places than others, but our work raises the possibility that the different lineages of Black Rats each carry a different set of diseases, which is something medical science now needs to consider. (Science Daily)
The fowl and inconvenient truth Feb 5, 2008
The convenient truth is that mankind, through its long history, has been exposed to diseases which are originally from animal-like measles, TB, smallpox, pertussis, HIV, and leptospirosis. Bird flu in poultry too is not a new disease. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Leptospirosis found in more dogs than ever Feb 4, 2008
Stephanie Kosonen Veterinary assistant Kendra Clow and veterinarian Tim Howland of North Cascade Veterinary Hospital demonstrate the procedure for vaccinating a dog against the leptospirosis virus using Bonnie, a basset hound ... Leptospirosis is spread through urine and is more prevalent in moist climates ... Humans experience a wide range of leptospirosis symptoms and some have no symptoms at all, according to the Centers for Disease Control. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Search for landslide victims ends Jan 4, 2008
Medical experts warned against common diseases that arise in flooded areas including leptospirosis. This disease, caused by the leptospira bacterium, is acquired from contact with water or soil contaminated by animal urine. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Poor Americans in the United States suffer hidden burden of parasitic and other neglected diseases Dec 26, 2007
In addition to the neglected diseases above, significant numbers of American schoolchildren living in poor areas may also be infected with other parasites, including Ascaris roundworms in the South, Strongyloides threadworms in Appalachia, Leishmania protozoan parasites in Texas, and the bacteria that cause leptospirosis. "That reliable numbers on the actual prevalence of these neglected tropical diseases in the United States are simply not available is reflective of their neglected status, and... (EurekAlert!)
Overtaken By Hype Dec 1, 2007
Hepatitis has long been endemic to our arrogant cities, to which add leptospirosis. Are these killers too downmarket for our designer Bleeding Hearts. (India Times, India)
Dominican disease outbreak kills 25 after storm Nov 20, 2007
SANTO DOMINGO, Nov 19 (Reuters ) - An outbreak of the waterborne disease leptospirosis has killed at least 25 people in the Dominican Republic and sickened nearly 200, the Caribbean nation's health minister said. Bautista Rojas Gomez confirmed the toll to reporters late on Sunday after talks with President Leonel Fernandez on ways to fight the disease, which spreads through exposure to water contaminated with the urine of infected rats and other animals. (AlertNet)
Medical association prepares for floods Nov 10, 2007
Common flood-related diseases to have hit the city in recent years are tetanus, leptospirosis, diarrhea, dengue fever and dermatitis. People suffering from severe forms of these conditions require medical treatment. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Cournoyer: Nicaragua Disasters Nov 9, 2007
The rains and flooding brought in their wake a serious leptospirosis epidemic that is spreading from its epicenter in Chinandega to other departments (provinces) ... 109 deaths caused directly or indirectly by torrential rains and floods135 people disappeared, many now presumed dead22,840 destroyed or semi-destroyed housesMore than 30 bridges destroyedMore than 150 churches and health centers destroyedMore than 2 million quintals of coffee at risk of being lost because... (Zmag.org)
Cause Of Recent Sustained Outbreak Of Human Leptospirosis In Thailand Discovered Nov 5, 2007
4, 2007) A single disease-causing clone of the bacterium Leptospira interrogans was behind the recent sustained outbreak of leptospirosis in Thailand, according to a new collaborative investigation by researchers in Thailand, Australia, and the UK. ... Human leptospirosis is usually acquired following exposure to Leptospira shed in the urine of an infected animal ... A sustained leptospirosis outbreak occurred in northeast Thailand from 1999 to 2003, but the cause was unknown. (Science Daily)
Key Protein In Leptospirosis Bacterium Identified Nov 2, 2007
1, 2007) Researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College have located a protein they believe is responsible for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted from animals to humans that infects a half-million people and leads to the death of up to 100,000 annually ... The protein is on the surface of the bacterium Leptospira interrogans, which causes leptospirosis ... When the gene was reintroduced, the bacteria strains regained their virulence and ability to cause leptospirosis and death in... (Science Daily)
10 people killed by leptospira in Nicaragua Nov 2, 2007
Cuan made the visit after patients complained of a lack of attention and medicine to fight leptospirosis and dengue. "Public hospitals must be ready for any dengue outbreak in Nicaragua, although we are more prepared to face the leptospirosis outbreak," Cuan said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Waterborne disease kills 9 in Nicaragua Oct 30, 2007
Leptospirosis spread by flooding after intense rains in region ... The disease, leptospirosis, was spread by flooding caused by a month of intense rains and category-5 Hurricane Felix, which hit northeastern Nicaragua last month, President Daniel Ortega said Sunday. (MSNBC -- Health)
Leptospirosis leaves 9 dead in Nicaragua Oct 30, 2007
Patients sick with leptospirosis rest at an improvised hospital inside a school in Malpaisillo, west of Managua, Monday, Oct. 29, 2007 ... The disease, leptospirosis, was spread by flooding caused by a month of intense rains and category-5 Hurricane Felix, which hit northeastern Nicaragua last month, President Daniel Ortega said Sunday. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
22 die of leptospirosis in Mumbai Oct 14, 2007
Mumbai, October 13 Twentytwo persons died in Mumbai in September after contracting leptospirosis, according to data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Leptospirosis is caused after dung and urine of rats find its way into the blood streams of humans when they wade through areas flooded by rain water ... Mumbai, October 13 Twentytwo persons died in Mumbai in September after contracting leptospirosis, according to data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). (The Tribune)
Dengue outbreak! Oct 13, 2007
- JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM. The health and environment ministry is reporting a spike in the number of cases of dengue fever in the island between July and September over several parishes. (Jamaica Observer)
Five Ways to Keep Dogs, Cats Healthy Oct 5, 2007
Dogs should be given a combination vaccine for distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza several times as puppies and once annually as adult dogs. Some dogs may need a kennel cough vaccine and there are also some parasitic diseases that can be passed from dogs to humans for which there are preventative medications. (Fox News)
Across the Pond and Beyond -- Ponds should be protected for a variety of reasons Oct 2, 2007
Several diseases caused by drinking polluted water include typhoid, dysentery, cholera, diarrhea, hepatitis, leptospirosis, amebiasis and paratyphoid. We have a water treatment plant for our drinking water here in Pembroke, and tours are available by contacting our water commissioners through the department of public works at town hall. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Lepto toll rises to 38 in Gujarat Aug 26, 2007
SURAT: Despite several efforts, the number of deaths due to leptospirosis is rising even as medicos at New Civil Hospital (NCH) in Surat have been able to use plasmapheresis treatment to cure some affected persons. Till Saturday, 38 of total 195 patients of leptospirosis reported in south Gujarat region, lost their lives ... According to leptospirosis case fatality rate provided by NCH, out of total leptospirosis cases reported, 29 per cent fatality rate was reported in 2005, 28. (India Times, India)
In Surat, 32 admitted in 48 hours Aug 25, 2007
LEPTOSPIROSIS: MEDICS AT THE CIVIL HOSPITAL, HOWEVER, SAY THE SITUATION IS UNDER CONTROL ... Surat, August 23: At least 32 patients were admitted at Surat Civil Hospitals Leptospirosis ward from three districts of south Gujarat on Wednesday and Thursday. (Ahmedabad Newsline)
Monsoon toll reaches 99 Aug 10, 2007
Fever claimed the lives of a 20-year-old male patient from Byculla at Kasturbha hospital and a 19-year-old male patient from Bandra at Sion Hospital on Tuesday, while two patients died of leptospirosis at KEM Hospital, while one was a 20-year-old boy from Powai, the other was a 28-year-old male patient from Kala Chowki, in the last 24 hours. Go to. (Daily News & Analysis)
Diseases stalk Asian flood victims Aug 9, 2007
People are also at risk from skin infections, malaria, leptospirosis and dengue fever. More than 1,000 people in Uttar Pradesh state are sick, mainly from cholera and gastroenteritis, officials said. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Monsoon ailments: Death toll crosses 100 Aug 9, 2007
The number of admissions continued to rise with 204 cases of fever, 67 of gastroenteritis, and 2 cases of suspected leptospirosis in civic and three cases in private hospitals. There were 59 cases of malaria and two cases of dengue in civic hospitals till Thursday morning. (Mumbai Newsline)
Monsoon Threatens Big Health Crisis, Epidemic Aug 8, 2007
Babille said people were also at risk from skin infections, malaria, leptospirosis and dengue fever. Children, who make up 40 percent of South Asia's population, are particularly susceptible. (Fox News)
Smart, curious, ticklish. rats? Jul 25, 2007
They carry diseases like typhus, leptospirosis, hanta virus pulmonary syndrome, rat bite fever, salmonella poisoning, and of course bubonic plague, and they are ravenous Remys every one of them, feasting on our grains and meats, chewing our ratatouille and destroying as much as a third of global food supplies each year. "Over the past century alone," writes Robert Sullivan in "Rats," his magisterial history of the urban pest, "rats have been responsible for the death of more than 10 million... (International Herald Tribune)
Lepto spectre rises as bodies pile up Jul 16, 2007
MUMBAI: The leptospirosis scare is looming over the city again ... A 53-year-old from Boricha Marg died of gastroenteritis, while a 33-year-old from Duncan Road succumbed to leptospirosis at JJ Hospital. (Daily News & Analysis)
Lepto and dengue are here, fear civic hospitals Jul 8, 2007
Water-borne diseases leptospirosis and dengue made their entry into the city on Friday. BMC hospitals admitted two suspected cases (one each) of the dreaded disease in the last 24 hours. (Daily News & Analysis)
Mumbai health department to check spread of diseases Jul 6, 2007
Mundada had also said that nine cases of leptospirosis had been detected ... During the post July 26, 2005 deluge, there were 2,361 cases of leptospirosis in the state leading to 167 deaths ... In the case of leptospirosis, `doxycycline` was readily available in the market. (Zee News)
Water-borne diseases flood city, BMC goes on high alert Jul 5, 2007
Close behind are the cases of viral fever 311, followed by gastro 106, malaria 35 and suspected leptospirosis five ... The civic body takes fever cases seriously to rule out dengue, malaria and leptospirosis since they start with fever ... As per the norms laid down by the recently introduced epidemiology committee, three medical colleges, chief medical superintendent and senior medical superintendent from Kasturba Hospital will submit a report on daily admissions and deaths (if any) of... (Daily News & Analysis)
Diseases on rise in city Jul 3, 2007
Hospitals in the city confirmed that there has been a slight increase in the number of viral fever and malaria cases, and few instances of dengue and leptospirosis have also been reported. These ailments can turn fatal if not diagnosed and treated on time, doctors added. (Mumbai Newsline)
Pacific phenomena herald warming trend Jun 24, 2007
Dr. Thierry Jubeau, secretariat for the Pacific community, discussed the risks to Pacific Island countries and territories from infectious diseases such as cholera, dengue fever, typhoid fever, leptospirosis, measles and influenza, especially the H5N1 bird flu strain. A Pacific Regional Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Project is under way to protect communities with early detection and response to any outbreak, he said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
DOH braces for rainy season Jun 18, 2007
In an interview last week, Duque said there are four diseases that they are gearing up against, namely: waterborne diarrheas, , leptospirosis, and dengue. With global warming, warm weather would ensue in the tropical countries like the Philippines. (Sun.Star)
Deadly Pet Disease Could Infect Humans May 16, 2007
It is called leptospirosis, and is passed through the urine of infected animals ... San Diego vets say there's no outbreak right now, but our peak season for leptospirosis is late summer and fall. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Read more... May 11, 2007
"Rainy weather sometimes leads to standing water, which puts pets at more risk to contract the dangerous disease leptospirosis. Nelson said pet owners should be cautious of their pet's environment, including standing water in the animal's area.Many pet owners travel during the summer and are faced with deciding what to do with pets. Nelson suggests making summer travel enjoyable for owners and pets alike. "There is the option of boarding your cat or dog. Be sure that your pet is updated on all... (PNN Online)
A note of caution about dog vaccines May 3, 2007
Gerson says he's especially careful with dogs such as dachshunds and miniature types, and dogs under 30 pounds, when giving a vaccine against leptospirosis (a bacterial illness transmitted through infected urine), which is considered a discretionary shot given to at-risk dogs. "I've had fatal reactions to vaccines in my practice, but that's not the norm," he stresses. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Fijians hope typhoid outbreak over worst Apr 30, 2007
Fijian authorities are hopeful a public health campaign has helped overcome outbreaks of typhoid and leptospirosis, which have claimed four lives ... Leptospirosis was initially blamed for the deaths of two people, with another 22 people confirmed with the disease ... The number affected with leptospirosis has risen to 50 across the nation, with no more deaths. (Ninemsn)
To his health: County toasts retiring chief Apr 29, 2007
" I enjoyed bleeding chickens and catching wild armadillos on foot to test for leptospirosis a bacterial illness . My family was proud and glad they sent me to college for this," he said. The quote appeared on a poster board showcased at a retirement party in his honor. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Construction causes rodent problems at Miami airport Apr 4, 2007
Rats also carry a disease called leptospirosis, which is spread through their urine. It causes flu-like symptoms in humans. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
How in the world did rat poison get in our pet food? - Vet Talk Mar 30, 2007
Many other people have expressed concern that their pets that died in the past few months were eating the contaminated food but the disease process from the contaminated food is pretty specific and can even look like other more common acute or sudden diseases such as Leptospirosis or antifreeze poisoning. Your veterinarian can help you make this distinction. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
Horse racing Mar 8, 2007
The University of Kentucky's Livestock Disease Diagnostic Center has confirmed that cases of equine leptospirosis are up from two cases last year ... In contrast to MRLS, which seemed to appear from out of nowhere and has not been seen since 2002, leptospirosis is embedded in the environment and appears every year, according to Carter, with "some years worse than others." ... He said leptospirosis has been around "forever.". (Kentucky.com, KY -- Sports)
House OKs funds for flood control programs Mar 6, 2007
Sixty-five others died of flood-related illnesses, including leptospirosis, a disease spread by rats. Besides the flood recovery projects, the city administration is also planning to relocate 71,000 families from riverbanks to low-cost apartments built by the Public Housing Ministry. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
CWS Situation Report: Indonesia Floods Feb 27, 2007
Church World Service Indonesia reports that the Indonesian Ministry of Health has said four major health outbreaks could occur as the result of the flooding: diarrhea; ARI (acute respiratory infection); typhoid; and leptospirosis, a bacteria-borne illness common in tropical regions. Meanwhile, as flooding in Jakarta recedes, a major storm earlier this week caused serious damage in Yogyakarta, in central Java, the site of a May 2006 earthquake. (AlertNet)
Bolivian city cut off by flooding Feb 25, 2007
To date, 1,660 cases of dengue, 1,452 of malaria and 22 of leptospirosis have been recorded, according to a government report. The UN has issued an international call for $9. (Aljazeera.Net)
Exposure to dirty water takes toll on victims Feb 24, 2007
He was the first flood victim to be diagnosed with leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted by exposure to water contaminated with rat urine ... The outbreak of leptospirosis, which is caused by leptospira bacteria, followed the huge flood earlier this month, which affected 45 to 75 percent of the city ... Nazir, an internist at Tarakan Hospital said patients who had leptospirosis symptoms were likely to have been exposed to floodwaters contaminated with rat urine. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Administration vows streets will sparkle by Sunday Feb 24, 2007
Many of the displaced are still suffering from flood-related diseases including leptospirosis and dengue fever. All City News. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Bekasi patient may have leptospirosis Feb 22, 2007
BEKASI: A Bekasi regency health official said Wednesday a resident is being treated for symptoms of leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted through exposure to water contaminated with rat urine ... Patients with leptospirosis usually experience severe headaches, fatigue, diarrhea, breathing problems and sometimes have a yellow tinge in the eyes ... There were 27 reported cases of leptospirosis in 2004 in the regency, with no fatalities. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Singapore community in Jakarta gives more aid to flood victims Feb 22, 2007
Flood survivors are now fighting diseases such as diarrhoea, dengue fever and leptospirosis. The Singapore Embassy in Jakarta together with the Singapore Association in Indonesia and Singapore Technologies Telemedia contributed medical aid and essential supplies worth US 22,000 on Wednesday. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Children and moms crowd Koja Hospital Feb 21, 2007
The city has been intensifying its sanitation drive as part of an effort to overcome deadly dengue and leptospirosis outbreaks ... The floodwater that inundated much of Jakarta may have receded, but diseases like diarrhea, dengue and leptospirosis are on the rise ... City hospitals are also treating more than 30 flood victims for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted by rats. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Leptospirosis, chikungunya on the rise Feb 20, 2007
While the city's hospitals are still reeling from a surge of flood-related dengue and diarrhea, outbreaks of leptospirosis and chikungunya are knocking on the door. Three city hospitals treated at least 30 flood victims Monday for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted through exposure to water contaminated with rat urine ... Tarakan Hospital reported it had recently discharged one leptospirosis patient because his condition had improved, although he had been admitted in serious... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Hospitals swamped by flood patients Feb 19, 2007
Besides treating diarrhea and dengue fever, the hospital is also handling 14 patients infected with what is believed to be leptospirosis, a bacterial disease transmitted by rats. While the hospital is running blood tests at its laboratory, the patients are yet to be officially declared to be suffering from leptospirosis as the results of the tests have to be sent to the Veterinary Center in Bogor for further examination. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Vaccination drive planned for youngest flood victims Feb 16, 2007
According to the health agency, 908 people have been admitted to the hospital due to diarrhea, 498 for dengue and two others for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease spread by exposure to water that is contaminated with urine from infected animals, primarily rats ... In neighboring Banten province, Tangerang General Hospital is currently treating 79 people for dengue, 13 for diarrhea and two others for leptospirosis. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Guarding health and safety in a flood Feb 14, 2007
These diseases include typhoid, cholera, hepatitis A and leptospirosis. Although all are possible, most are quite unlikely with the possible exception of leptospirosis ... A bacterium often found in the urine of rats and other animals causes leptospirosis. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Hospitals in Jakarta crowded with flood victims Feb 13, 2007
"There are 757 in patients, most of them are suffering from diarrhoea, skin diseases, dengue, leptospirosis and severe respiratory problems." The patients are in some 20 hospitals in the city. As hospitals struggled to cope, authorities were busy clearing the streets of garbage while survivors cleared their homes of debris and mud left behind by the receding waters which in some neighbourhoods had been up to several metres deep. (AlertNet)
Jakarta hospitals crowded with flood victims Feb 13, 2007
"There are 757 in-patients, most of them are suffering from diarrhoea, skin diseases, dengue, leptospirosis and severe respiratory problems.". The patients are in some 20 hospitals in the city. (ABC News Online, Australia)
Tangerang confirms Leptospirosis cases Feb 13, 2007
Tangerang General Hospital confirmed Monday it is treating two flood victims for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease carried by rats ... The results of laboratory tests on blood samples from the two patients -- Saprudin, 29, a resident of Curug district and Esdi, 30, a resident of Rawajati district -- came back positive to leptospirosis, an official with the city-run hospital, Sri Wahyuni, said ... Earlier last week, a Jakarta hospital also treated two flood victims from Krukut, West Jakarta and... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
It's ignorance that kills, harms babies Feb 13, 2007
At least three adults were reported to have leptospirosis, a bacterial disease spread by rat urine. Such circumstances must have been anticipated even on day one, when the filthy waters inundated the city. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
* Jakarta's hospitals grappling with diarrhea epidemic Feb 12, 2007
That has intensified fears about diseases, with the government saying besides diarrhea, three people have contracted leptospirosis, a potentially fatal disease borne by water contaminated by rat urine. Doctors are treating people for respiratory problems and skin diseases, but so far no cases of tetanus or other serious waterborne disease have been reported. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Disease threat stalks flood victims Feb 12, 2007
Last week, two flood victims were treated at Tarakan Hospital for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that is primarily carried by rats ... Officials have warned people in the aftermath of the flooding to be wary of water-borne diseases such as diarrhea and leptospirosis. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Jakartans clean up flood mess Feb 12, 2007
Flood victims, particularly those living in makeshift shelters, are at risk of a variety of diseases, including diarrhea, dysentery and leptospirosis. As the water has receded, garbage trucks have roamed the city picking up trash and ruined household furniture. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
* Indonesians return to flooded homes by the thousands Feb 11, 2007
That has intensified fears about diseases, with the government saying three people have contracted leptospirosis, a potentially fatal disease borne by water contaminated by rat urine. "Residents are complaining about the stench and flies," said Joko Triyanto, an official at the Jakarta health department, as hundreds of soldiers helped clean knee-deep mud from streets and buildings. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
