18-State Disease Outbreak Linked to Pet Store Puppies

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A bacterial infection that has affected over 100 people has been linked to pet store puppies.

The outbreak of Campylobacter jejuni bacteria started in early 2016 and went until February 2018. It affected people from across 18 states. The bacteria causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever. Of those that fell ill, 29 are pet store employees.

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