Which disease is more commonly associated with mouse droppings?

Mouse droppings are commonly associated with salmonella, as these rodents can carry the bacteria that leads to salmonellosis. This disease can result from ingesting food or water contaminated by the urine or droppings of infected mice. The bacteria can survive in the environment, which increases the risk of exposure, especially in areas where food is stored or prepared.

In addition to their droppings, mice are known to invade human habitats, where they can contaminate surfaces and food supplies, further increasing the risk of salmonella transmission. While other diseases like murine typhus fever and bubonic plague can be associated with rodents, they are less directly linked to mouse droppings specifically. Murine typhus, for example, is primarily spread through fleas on rats, while bubonic plague is carried by rodents and their fleas but is not directly associated with droppings. Trichinosis, on the other hand, is typically associated with consuming undercooked meat from infected animals, specifically pigs, rather than with exposure to mouse droppings.

Understanding the specific diseases linked to mice helps in implementing appropriate pest control and sanitation measures to mitigate risks in environments where human and rodent interactions occur.