Gender shift in rat fever cases raises concern Posted on July 16, 2024 Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified a growing tendency of women being infected with leptospirosis, commonly referred to as rat fever, with a notable increase. Dr. Thushani Dabarera, Consultant Epidemiologist at the Epidemiology Unit said “This observation challenges previous perceptions of the disease as predominantly affecting males engaged in high-risk occupations such as paddy … Read More from Gender shift in rat fever cases raises concern
How rats get inside Valley homes to escape the heat Posted on July 16, 2024 You’re not the only ones looking for ways to get out of the heat. Rats are looking for an escape and they usually find it in your attic or your plumbing. “We actually deal with multiple species of rodents here,” said Chad Little, owner of Urban Desert Pest Control. … Read More from How rats get inside Valley homes to escape the heat
Restoring Rat-Free Islands Could Boost Seabird Populations And Coral Reef Health Posted on July 16, 2024 A new study by an international team of marine scientists, led by researchers at Lancaster University, has found that removing invasive rats and restoring native vegetation on remote tropical islands could lead to a significant increase in seabird populations. The research also revealed that there are sufficient fish populations in the surrounding seas to support … Read More from Restoring Rat-Free Islands Could Boost Seabird Populations And Coral Reef Health
