Published in Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases · View the paper (DOI)
A new paper identifies urgent issues to consider, including potential animal-to-human transmission, food security concerns, and national security threats if military service dogs are infected. Stringent studies are needed to understand the risks posed by domestic animals as a possible source for human infection.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Understanding the impact of COVID-19 in pets and livestock Mary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News · May 8, 2020 · first to report
- K-State infectious disease scientist offers road map for future COVID-19 research Kansas State University · May 14, 2020