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Metapopulation structure for perpetuation of Francisella tularensis tularensis.
BMC microbiology - 23 Jul 2009
Goethert Heidi K, Saviet Benjamin, Telford Sam R
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BACKGROUND: Outbreaks of Type A tularemia due to Francisella tularensis tularensis are typically sporadic and unstable, greatly hindering identification of the determinants of perpetuation and human risk. Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts has experienced an outbreak of Type A tularemia which has persisted for 9 years. This unique situation has allowed us to conduct long-term eco-epidemiologic studies there. Our...
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