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How can a pet hamster pick up the LCM virus?

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  1. From wild mice or an infected colony
  2. From a person with a cold
  3. From mosquitoes inside the house

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References

  1. About Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis, CDC www.cdc.gov/lymphocytic-choriomeningitis/about/index.html Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. Disorders and Diseases of Hamsters, Merck Veterinary Manual www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets/hamsters/disorders-and-diseases-of-hamsters Checked 2026-10-11.

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