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What is toxoplasmosis?

Toxoplasmosis

A disease that is transmitted either through contact with the feces of infected animals (especially cats) or through the consumption of undercooked, infected meat. Infection of a pregnant woman can cause fetal death or birth defects, especially mental retardation and blindness.

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