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Species-specific-risks

Zoonoses are infectious diseases transmitted from animals to man through bites or scratches from infected animals and through handling the animals.  Most animals used in research do not pose a risk to people handling them because whenever possible, disease-free animals are used as research subjects.

Species-specific zoonotic diseases:

Prevention: Use proper handling techniques and personal hygiene practices.

  • Wash hands with soap and water after handling animals or their secretions and excretions
  • Replace gloves that have been compromised
  • Remove PPE when done with procedure taking care to not contaminate yourself, others, or surfaces
  • Dispose PPE immediately after use and in the correct receptacle
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