infect

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Department of Justice’s decision to drop its oversight because the possibility of more cases infected by the scandal might still be uncovered.

From Los Angeles Times

These structures may help the fungus search for nutrients while infecting a host.

From Science Daily

Scientists studying ancient sewer drains at the Roman fort of Vindolanda, located near Hadrian's Wall, have uncovered evidence that the people living there were infected with three different intestinal parasites: roundworm, whipworm, and Giardia duodenalis.

From Science Daily

A disinfection problem at Pembury Water Treatment Works had caused the failure but there was no evidence supply became infected, said South East Water.

From BBC

There are questions about what happens over Christmas when everyone meets up and it's easier for the virus to infect older people who are more at risk.

From BBC