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Control and prevention of emerging zoonoses
1School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA 95616, USA. bbchomel@ucdavis.edu
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|September 13, 2003
Summary
Emerging zoonotic diseases, a major global health threat, are driven by various factors and require robust preparedness. Effective control necessitates advanced surveillance, diagnostics, and international collaboration to combat these infectious diseases.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Microbiology
Background:
- Emerging and re-emerging zoonoses represent a significant portion of infectious disease outbreaks.
- These diseases arise from novel or previously known agents in new locations or species.
- Factors contributing to their emergence include human demographics, industrial food production, globalization, and land-use changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the multifaceted nature of emerging zoonotic diseases.
- To underscore the role of zoonotic agents as potential bioterrorism threats.
- To outline strategies for the prevention and control of these diseases.
Main Methods:
- Review of factors contributing to zoonotic disease emergence.
- Analysis of the public health and bioterrorism implications of zoonoses.
- Synthesis of prevention and control strategies.
Main Results:
- Zoonotic diseases constitute the majority of emerging infectious diseases.
- Globalization, industrialization, and environmental changes are key drivers.
- Zoonotic agents pose risks for bioterrorism, necessitating preparedness.
Conclusions:
- Effective prevention and control rely on integrated approaches.
- Advanced diagnostics, surveillance, and applied epidemiology are crucial.
- International collaboration, education, and technology transfer are vital for managing emerging zoonotic diseases.