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Columbidology (PIGEONS? YES) Part 1 with Rosemary Mosco

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Misconceptions and Realities Surrounding Pigeons and Disease Transmission

This chapter explores the historical misattribution of meningitis spread to pigeons and clarifies that the microorganism is common, debunking myths about pigeons carrying diseases. It humorously addresses the low risk posed by pigeons as long as one avoids direct contact with their droppings and is not immunocompromised.

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