Millions of people around the world share their beds with their cats.

And while many see it as a sign of affection and connection, few know that this habit can have serious health consequences.

Of all the diseases that felines can transmit, toxoplasmosis stands out as the worst you can contract while sleeping with your cat.

Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii.

This microorganism can be found in the feces of infected cats, especially if they eat raw meat or hunt mice and birds.

Although many cats don’t show symptoms, they can be silent carriers of the parasite. Continues…