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Health officials in New York City are growing increasingly concerned about the rise in infections caused by rat urine. According to a recent report, cases of leptospirosis, a bacterial disease spread through rat urine, have been on the rise in the city.
In an effort to combat this trend, the city has begun to use a new rat birth control bait called ContraPest. The bait works by rendering female rats infertile and reducing the rat population over time. This method is believed to be more effective and humane than traditional rat control methods such as poisoning.
Officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid coming into contact with rat urine, such as keeping food in sealed containers and cleaning up any potential nesting sites for rats. They also advise seeking medical attention if they suspect they may have been exposed to contaminated water or soil.
The city hopes that the use of ContraPest and increased awareness about the dangers of rat urine will help reduce the prevalence of leptospirosis and other rat-related infections in the future.