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There are several ways people can get RBF. The most common include:

  • Bites or scratches from infected rodents (such as rats, mice, and gerbils).
  • Handling rodents with the disease (even without a bite or scratch).
  • Consuming food or drink contaminated with the bacteria.

RBF is not spread from one person to another.

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