Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease transmitted through the urine of mammals. It persists in the environment, in muddy soil or fresh water, leading to human contamination. Cyrille Goarant, an epidemiologist specializing in leptospirosis, explains the specifics of this disease: causes, symptoms, risks, treatment, and prevention.
Prevention of leptospirosis / communicable diseases
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Name :
Cyrille Goarant
E-mail :
cyrilleg@spc.int
