A28: Other zoonotic bacterial diseases, not elsewhere classified
A28.9: Zoonotic bacterial disease, unspecified
These bacteria can occur in birds, rodents and other animals. You can become infected by having contact with infected animals or their excretions. You can also become infected by eating unwashed food.
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