The Texas Secretary of State is one of the six members of the executive department of the state of Texas, in the United States. Under the Texas Constitution, the appointment is made by the Governor, with confirmation by the Texas Senate. Carlos Cascos is 110th person to hold the office.
Leptospirosis Causes. Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria called a spirochete. Leptospirosis can be transmitted by many animals such as rats, skunks, opossums, raccoons, foxes, and other vermin.It is transmitted though contact with infected soil or water.eptospirosis Facts. 1  Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium. 2  Leptospirosis is transmitted to humans by direct exposure to urine or tissue of an infected animal. 3  Leptospirosis typically progresses through two phases of nonspecific symptoms.
Leptospirosis is spread to humans by animals. You can catch it by touching soil or water contaminated with the urine of wild animals infected with the leptospira bacteria. Animals known to be carriers of the leptospira bacteria include cattle, pigs, dogs and rodents, particularly rats.t's caused by a strain of bacteria called leptospira. In 90% of cases, leptospirosis only causes mild flu-like symptoms, such as a headache, chills and muscle pain. However, in some cases the infection is more severe and can cause life-threatening problems, including organ failure and internal bleeding.