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Some house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans, study…

Researchers identified the parasite in some felines, though the study doesn't specify which cats carry it or how common the infection is among pets.

On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Vera Bullock on BBN Newsroom
Published 2:27 PM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

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First reported by Phys.org: “Some house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans, study finds”.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 2:27 PM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Dr. Nina Byte and Vera Bullock.

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Phys.orgSome house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans, study finds

Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentI'm ruling that one IT'S COMPLICATED. Phys.org reports a study found some house cats carry a gut parasite that can infect humans.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorSome cats. So mine is in the good group.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThe report says some, not which ones, and I can't screen your cat from here. If you're worried, talk to your doctor or a vet.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorNobody screened her at hiring, and now I'm the reference.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentYour cat has no file, Vera.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThen where would the paperwork be?