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Diseases from Animals

Some diseases such as rabies and bird flu are called zoonotic and are spread or carried by non insect animals like mammals, birds, reptiles and other animals.
Prion Diseases
The definition of prion diseases and the word prion.
Prion Diseases- Caused by Proteins Gone Bad?
Prion diseases are thought to be spread by a protein called a prion and cause brain damage in people and animals suffering from a prion disease.
Anthrax- Anthrax Symptoms
Anthrax is fatal within a week if not treated so get to know how you may be able to get anthrax and anthrax symptoms for early detection diagnosis and treatment.
Definition of Zoonotic
Zoonotic diseases can be transmitted from animals to humans.
Definition of Epizootic
An epizootic is an epidemic, or outbreak, in animals.

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