Cases of Cat-Associated Human Plague in the Western US, 1977-1998.

Authors :: Gage, Kenneth L.
Dennis, David T.
Orloski, Kathy A.
Ettestad, Paul
Brown, Ted L.
Reynolds, Pamela J.
Pope, W. John
Fritz, Curtis L.
Carter, Leon G.
Stein, John D.
Source :: Clinical Infectious Diseases; 6/1/2000, Vol. 30 Issue 6, p893, 8p
Publication Year :: 2000
Abstract: Offers a comprehensive review of the epidemiological, ecological and clinical aspects of cases of cat-associated human plague identified in the United States as of June 2000. Background information on plague; Risks cats may pose to their owner, veterinary staff and other persons; Summary of cases of fatal and non-fatal cat-associated human plague.