Methodology of the biological risk classification of animal pathogens in Belgium [PDF]
, 2010 The biological hazards posed by micro-organisms have lead to their categorisation into risk groups and the elaboration of classification lists. Current classification systems rely on criteria defined by the World Health Organization, which cover the ...
Boyen, Filip +8 more
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Detection of mecC-Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates in river water : a potential role for water in the environmental dissemination [PDF]
, 2014 Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a public health concern due to limited treatment options. The recent description of a mecA homologue, mecC in human and cattle, led to studies to detect this new variant in human and other animal ...
Concepcion Porrero, M. +12 more
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Detection of Leptospira in cane toads (Rhinella jimi) from urban and rural Paraíba, Brazil
Veterinary Record, EarlyView.Abstract Background Leptospirosis is a significant zoonosis in tropical regions, where poor sanitation and favourable climate aid its spread. Synanthropic animals such as the cane toad (Rhinella jimi), which share environments with both people and wild and domestic animals, may harbour Leptospira and contribute to urban and rural transmission cycles ...
Karla N. de Souza Rocha +9 more
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Internal parasites and association with diarrhoea in sheep at an abattoir in Western Australia [PDF]
, 2005 Diarrhoea (scouring) is an important issue for the sheep meat industry. Scouring is a major risk factor for fleece soiling and consequential carcase contamination with microbes that cause meat spoilage and potential dangers for humans (2).
Bath-Jacobson, C.L. +3 more
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Surveillance of zoonotic bacteria in finishing pigs in The Netherlands
International Conference on the Epidemiology and Control of Biological, Chemical and Physical Hazards in Pigs and Pork, 2003 In The Netherlands, from 1998 till 2002, a surveillance programme for zoonotic bacteria in finishing pigs was conducted at herd level. In 2000-2002, the prevalence of Salmonella spp. approximated 30%, while a significantly decreasing trend was observed when standardizing data for herdsize, age and quarter of sampling. Serotype discrimination showed the
van de Giessen, A. +6 more
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Treatment of discospondylitis in dogs: A systematic review
Veterinary Record, EarlyView.Abstract Background Both medical and surgical techniques have been reported to manage canine discospondylitis, although data on clinical effectiveness and long‐term prognosis remain limited. Methods A systematic review of studies on treatment approaches, follow‐up data and investigation methods was conducted.
Vasileios Ioannis Vallios +4 more
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Spatiotemporal assessment of pathogenic Leptospira in subtropical coastal watersheds
Journal of Water and HealthThe World Health Organization classifies leptospirosis as a significant public health concern, predominantly affecting impoverished and unsanitary regions.
Ronell Bridgemohan +10 more
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Does nocturnal light pollution impair immune function in a wild‐living amphibian?
Functional Ecology, EarlyView.Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog. Abstract Light pollution is among the most rapidly growing anthropogenic stressors on Earth. As it spreads far beyond its original source, it affects natural protected areas playing a key role in protecting biodiversity.
Louise Cheynel +8 more
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PinR mediates the generation of reversible population diversity in Streptococcus zooepidemicus [PDF]
, 2015 Opportunistic pathogens must adapt to and survive in a wide range of complex ecosystems. Streptococcus zooepidemicus is an opportunistic pathogen of horses and many other animals, including humans.
Andrew S. Waller +8 more
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