What are the health risks associated with rodents and how can they be controlled?
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The text provides information about the health risks associated with rodent infestations, including the diseases they can transmit and the methods for prevention and control. It outlines key diseases spread by rodents, their symptoms, and preventive measures that can be taken to protect health and home from these pests.
Answer
Rats and mice spread over 35 diseases. Control involves denying them food and shelter.
Rats and mice spread over 35 diseases, including directly transmitted pathogens like hantavirus and leptospirosis. Control methods include denying food and shelter, proper sanitation, and using traps or rodenticides.
Answer for screen readers
Rats and mice spread over 35 diseases, including directly transmitted pathogens like hantavirus and leptospirosis. Control methods include denying food and shelter, proper sanitation, and using traps or rodenticides.
More Information
Rats and mice are common carriers of diseases that affect humans. Efforts to control them mainly focus on environmental management and sanitation to reduce their essential resources.
Tips
Common mistakes include ignoring potential entry points for rodents or failing to maintain a clean environment, which can invite infestations.
Sources
- Protect your health - keep rats under control - healthywa.wa.gov.au
- Controlling Wild Rodent Infestations - CDC - cdc.gov
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