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Chlamydia Threatens Koalas: Can a Vaccine Ensure Their Survival?

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Chlamydia Threatens Koalas: Can a Vaccine Ensure Their Survival?

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  • Chlamydia is severely impacting koala populations, leading to thousands of cases and significant declines in numbers.
  • The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary treats many affected koalas, with about 60% suffering from chlamydia.
  • Efforts are underway to develop a vaccine against the disease, but complications in regulations and funding hinder progress.
  • The koalas have faced a decline of up to 80% in the past decade due to various factors, with increasing urgency for effective solutions.
  • Despite positive results from vaccination trials, untimely government support and extensive red tape present ongoing challenges.

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