zoonoses

Viral zoonoses are infectious diseases caused by viruses that are transmitted from animals to humans. These diseases can involve multiple-host infections and are typically referred to as zoonotic because they originate in non-human vertebrate animals such as mammals, birds, reptiles, and...

Rickettsial zoonoses, a group of vector-borne illnesses caused by Gram-negative obligate intracellular bacteria, are transmitted by ticks, fleas, lice, and mites. The advancement of molecular diagnostic tools has led to the discovery of numerous rickettsial species, making rickettsioses the most...

Chlamydial zoonoses refer to infectious diseases caused by chlamydial species that can be transmitted from animals to humans. One of the most notable zoonotic chlamydial pathogens is Chlamydia psittaci, which is responsible for psittacosis, also known as ornithosis or parrot fever. This disease...

Parasitic zoonoses are diseases caused by parasitic organisms that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Parasites such as protozoa, helminths, and arthropods can cause a range of illnesses in humans, from mild discomfort to severe disease. The most common parasitic zoonoses are...

If there is one thing that concerns a farmer most, it is animal health. Healthy cows produce optimally and justify the hefty investment associated with dairy farming. Diagnosing animal diseases becomes a key component of farm management. In this article, we are going to look at some of the very...

Zoonotic diseases are infectious diseases that are naturally transmitted between humans and animals. They can be transmitted by bacteria, fungi, viruses, or parasites. Bacteria are chiefly responsible for propagating bacterial zoonoses. Some of them can cause serious diseases in people while...

The trade and consumption of wild meat in the East African savannas, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania, is a widespread and intricate issue influenced by socio-economic factors and legal regulations. This study explores how rural communities, mainly from agricultural areas along the...

The report evaluates wildlife trade and poaching trends in Uganda, highlighting its role as a key transit hub for international wildlife trafficking. Developed under the USAID-funded Wildlife TRAPS Project by TRAFFIC and IUCN, it aims to disrupt the illegal trade of high-value species across...

Tentative diagnosis is a temporary diagnosis made by an animal health professional based on the preliminary evaluation of an animal's symptoms, medical history, and physical examination. It is important because it helps guide further diagnostic tests, monitoring, and treatments while waiting for...