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Emerging Diseases: A Global and Biological Perspective.
K-H Zessin1,2
1Addresses of author: International Animal Health, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany.
Summary
Globalization and trade increase the risk of emerging animal and human diseases. Early recognition through broad surveillance and veterinary adaptation is crucial for managing these complex global health threats.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Global Health Security
Background:
- Globalization and increased international trade in animals and food products are realities.
- Modern living conditions amplify factors contributing to disease emergence.
- Pathogen diversity (viruses, bacteria, fungi, etc.) presents a significant challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the increasing prevalence of disease emergence factors due to globalization.
- To emphasize the need for enhanced surveillance and monitoring strategies.
- To underscore the veterinary community's role in addressing animal-related disease threats.
Main Methods:
- Review of factors contributing to disease emergence (ecological, demographic, travel, technological, microbial, public health).
- Analysis of pathogen diversity and challenges in prediction and prevention.
- Discussion of surveillance and monitoring as key recognition tools.
Main Results:
- Globalization intensifies disease emergence factors.
- Predicting and preventing novel pathogens remains difficult.
- Broadly targeted surveillance for disease syndromes is more realistic than specific pathogen identification.
Conclusions:
- The veterinary profession must adapt to the complexities of foreign animal diseases and international trade.
- There is a growing need for professionals skilled in emergency management and strategic development of animal production systems.
- Interdisciplinary approaches are essential to manage the interplay between animal production, animal diseases, and human health.
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