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Chronic Wasting Disease
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder found in various species of deer, elk, reindeer and moose.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a progressive human prion disease that rapidly deteriorates neurologic activity, etc.
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) begins with a high fever with additional symptoms to follow.
Sinusitis
Sinusitis, or sinus infection, occurs when fluids collect inside one’s face, allowing germs to grow and either viruses or bacteria to infect the area.
Granuloma Inguinale
Granuloma inguinale is a chronic bacterial infection of the genital region, generally regarded to be an STD.
Q Fever
Q fever is a flu-like illness caused by Coxiella burnetii, which is found in farm animals such as goats, cows, sheep and more.
Syphilis - Congenital
Syphilis in pregnant women can cause miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death. Babies who survive can have irreversible defects.
Yersiniosis
Yersiniosis is a bacterial disease that generally affects the intestinal tract. It is a relatively uncommon disease and usually occurs as a single, isolated event. Occasional outbreaks have been reported due to a common exposure.
Lymphogranuloma Venereum
LGV is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or infection involving the lymph glands in the genital area, caused by a specific strain of chlamydia.
Chancroid
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium. It is common in tropical countries but rare in other parts of the world.