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[Concerning the term "zoonosis"]

N G Olsuf'ev, V N V'iukov

    Zhurnal Mikrobiologii, Epidemiologii I Immunobiologii
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Zoonosis refers to diseases naturally spread between animals and humans. Historical context and expert decisions support using "zoonosis" exclusively, discarding other terms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Epidemiology
    • Public Health

    Context:

    • The term "zoonosis" has historically been used inconsistently between medical and veterinary fields.
    • Understanding the terminology of zoonotic diseases is crucial for effective disease control and public health initiatives.
    • Recent expert committee decisions aim to standardize the definition and usage of "zoonosis".

    Purpose:

    • To provide a historical overview of the term "zoonosis" in medical and veterinary contexts.
    • To clarify the accepted definition of zoonosis based on international expert consensus.
    • To advocate for the consistent use of the term "zoonosis" and the discontinuation of alternative terms.

    Summary:

    • The term "zoonosis" is defined as diseases and infections naturally transmitted between vertebrate animals and humans.
    • This definition aligns with the consensus of the WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Zoonosis.
    • The paper recommends discarding terms like "anthropozoonosis" and "zooanthroposis" to ensure clarity and uniformity.

    Impact:

    • Promotes standardized communication and understanding of diseases transmissible from animals to humans.
    • Facilitates more effective collaboration between medical and veterinary professionals in addressing zoonotic disease outbreaks.
    • Enhances global public health strategies by establishing a clear, universally accepted definition for zoonotic diseases.

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