Francisella Tularensis Bacteria Associated with Feline Tularemia in the United States

Overview

Journal Emerg Infect Dis

Specialty Infectious Diseases

Date 2014 Nov 27

PMID 25424732

Citations 15

Authors

Marilynn A Larson

Paul D Fey

Steven H Hinrichs

Peter C Iwen

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Abstract

Tularemia in the United States was examined by reviewing 106 Francisella tularensis isolates, mostly from Nebraska, collected during 1998-2012: 48% of Nebraska cases were cat-associated; 7/8 human cases were caused by subtype A.I. A vaccine is needed to reduce feline-associated tularemia, and cat owners should protect against bites/scratches and limit their pet's outdoor access.

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