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The CDC says cat scratch disease is more common in which group?

Children under 15.

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  1. Children under 15 ✔
  2. Adults over 65
  3. Adults ages 30 to 50

Why: The CDC says cat scratch disease is more common in children under 15, though anyone can get it. Clean scratches with soap and water and wash hands after handling cats.

Huh, didn't know that: The CDC says studies have found the bacteria in up to 1 in 3 healthy cats, particularly kittens.

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Answer: Children under 15. The CDC says cat scratch disease is more common in children under 15, though anyone can get it. Clean scratches with soap and water and wash hands after handling cats.

  1. About Cat Scratch Disease (CDC) www.cdc.gov/bartonella/about/about-cat-scratch-disease.html
    CSD is more common among children under the age of 15, though it can affect people of all ages.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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