Zoonoses: Definition and Some Examples

BONSERNEWS.com – Zoonoses, also known as transmissible diseases from animals to humans, are a serious threat to human health worldwide.

Zoonoses occur when microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi, are passed from animals to humans.

This transmission can occur through a variety of ways, including direct contact with infected animals, consumption of contaminated meat, insect vector bites, or exposure to contaminated environments.

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Definition

Zoonoses is a term used to describe diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans.

Organisms that cause zoonoses can vary from bacteria, viruses, to parasites.

Humans can become infected through various mechanisms, such as contact with domestic or wild animals, consumption of contaminated animal products, or exposure to infected environments.

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Some Examples of Zoonoses

1. Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is caused by a type A influenza virus that primarily affects water birds and poultry.

However, this virus can be transmitted to humans and cause serious illness.

Most cases of human infection occur through direct contact with infected poultry or poultry products that have not been properly processed.

Although transmission between humans is limited, the potential for more dangerous viral mutations is always there.