The Fear Of Toxoplasmosis (for Expectant (human) Mums)

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http://www.catster.com/lifestyle/pregnant-women-cats-health-tips-toxoplasmosis-protection

http://www.catster.com/lifestyle/toxoplasmosis-cat-poop-parasite-hype-hysteria

Some excerpts:

What is toxoplasmosis?

Toxoplasmosis�is a rare infection that can affect cats and be transmitted to humans. It’s caused by a parasite known as�Toxoplasma gondii.�According to the�Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you’re probably “more likely to get toxoplasmosis from gardening or eating raw meat than having a pet cat.” Wash your fruits and veggies, and wash your hands after handling raw meat. Probably not a good idea to wash your cat, though!

Since toxoplasmosis in cats is transmitted through feces, you’d have to ingest it — either through not properly washing your hands after changing the litter or by, well, picking it up and eating it. Who would do that?! I’m certainly not going to eat any cat poo! If you’re lucky, pawn the nugget-scooping off on another member of your household. If you have to scoop, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.

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Source: http://myanimalcare.org/2013/08/17/the-fear-of-toxoplasmosis-for-expectant-human-mums/

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