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Leishmania infantum in US-Born Dog
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Aug 2020
Source: Emerg Infect Dis. 26(8):1882-1884
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Alternative Title:Emerg Infect Dis
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Description:Leishmaniasis is a vectorborne disease that can infect humans, dogs, and other mammals. We identified one of its causative agents, Leishmania infantum, in a dog born in California, USA, demonstrating potential for autochthonous infections in this country. Our finding bolsters the need for improved leishmaniasis screening practices in the United States.
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Pubmed ID:32687032
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC7392459
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