saliva
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Hantavirus spreads from the urine, faeces and saliva of infected rodents and is endemic in Argentina, where the voyage began.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
People usually become infected by breathing in air contaminated with virus particles from rodent urine, droppings, or saliva.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
In the U.S., hantavirus cases occur year-round and are transmitted via the urine, feces and saliva of wild rodents.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Most hantavirus infections occur when people are exposed to contaminated droppings, urine or saliva of infected rodents.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
His eyes were wild and red as he stood over us, gasping and panting for breath; saliva dripped from his mouth.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
Vocabulary lists containing saliva
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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Nutrition and Digestion - Introductory
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