At least seven rhesus macaques at the Tulane National Primate Research Center have been exposed to the potentially deadly bacteria . The NIH said it is working with other federal agencies and private companies on a plan for testing monkeys in an effort to prevent future outbreaks.
At least seven rhesus macaques at the Tulane National Primate Research Center have been exposed to the potentially deadly bacteria . They were exposed even though the bacterium was being studied in a secure lab in another part of the 500-acre research complex . Initial tests indicate that it has not spread to surrounding areas - which include a school and homes - but further tests are required . The potentially deadly bacterium , Burkholderia pseudomallei , is not found in the U.S. and can be contracted through contact with contaminated areas .