Zoonotic Infections: Understanding the Risks and Prevention
*Corresponding Author: Mohammed Abdulsaleem, Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine and Management, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt, Email: abdulsaleem@gmail.comReceived Date: Oct 01, 2024 / Published Date: Oct 30, 2024
Citation: Mohammed A (2024) Zoonotic Infections: Understanding the Risks and Prevention. J Infect Pathol, 7: 257
Copyright: © 2024 Mohammed A. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited
Abstract
Zoonotic infections, diseases transmitted from animals to humans, pose significant public health challenges globally. This article explores various types of zoonotic infections, including bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal diseases, highlighting notable examples such as rabies, salmonellosis, and toxoplasmosis. The emergence of these infections is driven by factors such as wildlife encroachment, agricultural practices, climate change, and global trade. The impact of zoonotic diseases includes substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic consequences, threatening food security and public health systems. Prevention and control measures, including robust surveillance, public education, improved agricultural practices, environmental conservation, and a One Health approach, are essential to mitigate these risks. A multidisciplinary response is crucial for understanding and addressing the complexities of zoonotic infections, ultimately safeguarding human and animal health.
