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Vector-borne diseases--constant challenge for practicing veterinarians: recommendations from the CVBD World Forum
Gad Baneth1, Patrick Bourdeau, Gilles Bourdoiseau
1Koret School of Veterinary Medicine, The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Rehovot, Israel.
Parasites & Vectors
|March 22, 2012
Summary
Canine vector-borne diseases (CVBDs) are a growing global threat impacting dog health and potentially humans. Veterinarians are urged to adopt updated management strategies to combat these complex, widespread infectious diseases.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The human-dog bond is ancient and strong, with canine health now paramount in family life.
- Veterinarians play a crucial role in preventing and treating canine diseases, including canine vector-borne diseases (CVBDs).
- CVBDs encompass a diverse and expanding range of serious diseases with zoonotic potential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the growing global threat of CVBDs.
- To share the latest research and discuss management strategies for CVBDs.
- To provide veterinarians with updated recommendations for managing CVBDs.
Main Methods:
- A multidisciplinary group of experts (CVBD World Forum) convened in 2011.
- Experts shared current research findings on various CVBDs.
- Discussions focused on optimal global management approaches for CVBDs.
Main Results:
- CVBDs are spreading globally due to climate change and pet travel.
- New canine infectious disease syndromes are continually being identified.
- Many CVBDs pose significant health risks to dogs and can affect humans.
Conclusions:
- CVBDs represent an increasing challenge for veterinary medicine.
- Expert consensus led to the development of new management recommendations.
- Veterinarians are equipped with updated guidance to manage CVBDs effectively.
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