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Brucellosis knowledge and practices remain insufficient among high-risk workers in Bangladesh, despite positive attitudes. Targeted education is crucial to prevent this zoonotic disease transmission.

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  • Public Health
  • Zoonotic Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic disease causing public health and economic challenges, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Neglected zoonotic diseases like brucellosis require focused attention due to their impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding brucellosis among high-risk occupational groups in Bangladesh.
  • Investigated KAP among dairy workers, livestock handlers, and butchers.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 435 participants from five districts in Bangladesh.
  • Face-to-face interviews utilized a structured questionnaire assessing socio-demographics, brucellosis knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices.
  • Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, logistic regression, and correlation analysis.

Main Results:

  • 43% of participants had good brucellosis knowledge; 96% had positive attitudes; 59% reported correct workplace practices.
  • Dairy workers showed significantly higher knowledge and better practices than butchers.
  • Training was associated with significantly better knowledge and practices; a weak positive correlation existed between knowledge and practice scores.

Conclusions:

  • Significant gaps in brucellosis knowledge and preventive practices exist among high-risk occupations in Bangladesh.
  • Targeted educational interventions are essential for livestock handlers, butchers, and those with lower education levels.
  • Comprehensive control programs are needed to mitigate brucellosis risk and animal-to-human transmission.