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Could Seagulls be the Biggest Threat to Human Health?

Seagulls could be spreading deadly infections, say researchers who have discovered that the birds carry antibiotic-resistant superbugs. The team’s findings were described by the scientists as a “wake-up call” to authorities across the world.

More than one-fifth of silver gulls were found to be carrying the E.coli bacterium, which can potentially spread to humans and cause urinary infections and life-threatening conditions such as sepsis and meningitis, according to the research carried out at Murdoch University in Perth.

More than 20 per cent of the bacteria tested were resistant to common antibiotics such as cephalosporin, and fluoroquinolone.

Read more at iNews

Could Seagulls be the Biggest Threat to Human Health? Homeland Security Today
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The Government Technology & Services Coalition's Homeland Security Today (HSToday) is the premier news and information resource for the homeland security community, dedicated to elevating the discussions and insights that can support a safe and secure nation. A non-profit magazine and media platform, HSToday provides readers with the whole story, placing facts and comments in context to inform debate and drive realistic solutions to some of the nation’s most vexing security challenges.

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