ID#: 7910
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In this 2005 photograph, a pregnant woman was looking on while her husband was in the process of changing the kitty litter, in order to avoid contact with possible pathogens such as Toxoplasma gondii, the etiologic agent responsible for the disease, Toxoplasmosis. Of those who are infected, very few have symptoms because a healthy person's immune system usually keeps the parasite from causing illness. However, pregnant women, and individuals who have compromised immune systems, should be cautious, for them, a Toxoplasma infection could cause serious health problems.
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Content Provider(s): CDC
Creation Date: 2005
Photo Credit: James Gathany
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