Study Finds Link Between Owning Cats and Schizophrenia Risk: How Toxoplasma Gondii is Responsible
Having cats before the age of 25 doubled the risk of schizophrenia. The parasite Toxoplasma gondii, present in cats, is responsible. The disease can be asymptomatic but can lead to severe symptoms. The parasite is transmitted through feces, eggs, raw meat, fruits, vegetables. The parasite can cause birth defects and mental disorders. The study was … Read more