New York City’s rats are the leading cause of leptospirosis; while infections—which can cause fever, diarrhea, and muscle aches—are still rare, the number of people diagnosed in recent years has increased, says NYC Health. And a new study released this week that has not yet been peer reviewed found New York’s rats are easily infected with COVID-19. To help solve the problem, Mayor Eric Adams is now looking for one passionate pest hunter, who can earn up to $170,000 leading his “Rat Pack.” As Bloomberg reports, the job qualifications include having a "'swashbuckling attitude, crafty humor, and general aura of badassery'— and proficiency with Microsoft Word." |