Four die of leptospirosis, Brazil authorities warn of other diseases following floods Posted on July 15, 2024 Four people have died from leptospirosis in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil’s southernmost state, which has been hit with heavy rains and flooding since the beginning of May. The victims were all men, aged between 33 and 67, who lived in four different cities and had contact with contaminated rainwater. … Read More from Four die of leptospirosis, Brazil authorities warn of other diseases following floods
California Assembly Expands Protections Against Toxic Rat Poison Posted on July 15, 2024 The California Assembly today passed the Poison-Free Wildlife Act, which would create stronger protections for wildlife unintentionally harmed or killed by toxic rat poisons. Assembly Bill 2552 now awaits state Senate approval. … Read More from California Assembly Expands Protections Against Toxic Rat Poison
Rat warning as rodents ‘as big as cats’ invading homes through toilets Posted on July 15, 2024 Homeowners have been warned about giant swimming rats that are sneaking into houses through toilets. Some of the rodents are said to be “as big as cats” and they are treading water in the sewers before picking their moment to invade homes. … Read More from Rat warning as rodents ‘as big as cats’ invading homes through toilets