Article
Microbiology
Simone Morelli, Francesca Gori, Mariasole Colombo, Donato Traversa, Giulia Sarrocco, Giulia Simonato, Chiara Nespeca, Angela Di Cesare, Antonio Frangipane di Regalbono, Fabrizia Veronesi, Ilaria Russi, Manuela Schnyder
Summary: The study revealed a risk of simultaneous infection with Angiostrongylus vasorum and major canine Vector-Borne Pathogens (VBPs) in dog populations in Italy. The occurrence of concurrent infections is significant and further research is needed to enhance control strategies.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Yuyan Wu, Jinna Wang, Qinmei Liu, Tianqi Li, Mingyu Luo, Zhenyu Gong
Summary: This study applied an integrated surveillance system to monitor multiple arthropod vectors and reservoir hosts in Zhejiang Province, China. The results provide important information for the prevention and control of vector-borne diseases and can serve as early warning for potential infectious disease outbreaks.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Corinna M. Hazelrig, Jenna R. Gettings, Christopher A. Cleveland, Andrea Varela-Stokes, Ania A. Majewska, Kris Hubbard, K. Wade Burton, Michael J. Yabsley
Summary: This study analyzed the geographical distribution, risk factors, and co-infections associated with vector-borne pathogens in shelter dogs in the Eastern United States. The results showed regional variations in the prevalence of different pathogens, with the Southeast having the highest prevalence of Dirofilaria immitis and Ehrlichia spp., and the Northeast having the highest prevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi and Anaplasma spp. Location and breed group were significant risk factors for infection.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Van Hai Khong, Philippe Carmona, Sylvain Gandon
Summary: Seasonality can have unpredictable effects on the persistence of vector-borne diseases, as it varies across different stages of the pathogen's life cycle. This study uses a general disease model to analyze the impact of periodic fluctuations on the basic reproduction ratio of the pathogen. The analysis reveals that seasonal variations in vector density or biting rate can either increase or decrease pathogen persistence, depending on the covariance between key compartments of the epidemiological model.
JOURNAL OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY INTERFACE
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Atambekova Zhyldyz, Kamarli Aitakin, Berdikulov Atabek, Jetigenov Elmurat, Nurgaziev Rysbek, Orozov Jailobek, Believe Ahedor, Davaajav Otgonsuren, Ngigi Noel Muthoni Mumbi, Azirwan Guswanto, Thillaiampalam Sivakumar, Naoaki Yokoyama
Summary: Cattle production is economically important in Kyrgyzstan, but infections with vector-borne pathogens (VBPs) are widespread and control methods are lacking. This study surveyed cattle in Kyrgyzstan for VBPs, and found that six out of eight targeted pathogens were present, with the most common being Theileria orientalis.
PARASITOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Elton J. R. Vasconcelos, Chayan Roy, Joseph A. Geiger, Kristina M. Oney, Melody Koo, Songyang Ren, Brian B. Oakley, Pedro Paulo V. P. Diniz
Summary: The study introduces a method for genetic characterization of VBPs using NGS and computational approaches, showing its effectiveness in detecting multiple pathogens in a single sample. This approach has the potential to expand the molecular diagnostic toolbox in veterinary and human medicine and provide significant improvements in VBP diagnostics.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ingo Schaefer, Axel Peukert, Katharina Kerner, Elisabeth Mueller
Summary: Bacterial, protozoal, and viral vector-borne pathogens (VBPs) can cause infections in cats. There is little information on feline VBP prevalence in Germany. Stray cats are frequently exposed to vectors but receive no veterinary care. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of selected VBPs in stray cats. Overall, 11/50 (22%) and 32/50 (64%) cats tested positive for at least one VBP by direct and indirect detection methods, respectively.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Lauriane Duplaix, Victoria Wagner, Salima Gasmi, L. Robbin Lindsay, Antonia Dibernardo, Karine Thivierge, Christopher Fernandez-Prada, Julie Arsenault
Summary: A study conducted in Quebec from 2010 to 2017 revealed that cats and dogs are at risk of exposure to blacklegged ticks infected with Borrelia burgdorferi and Anaplasma phagocytophilum. The majority of ticks collected were adult females and partially engorged, with a higher prevalence of infections with B. burgdorferi and A. phagocytophilum.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Parasitology
Izabella Mysliwy, Agnieszka Perec-Matysiak, Joanna Hildebrand
Summary: Raccoons and raccoon dogs are considered two of the most successful invasive alien species due to their ability to adapt to urban environments. Their growing populations pose a threat in maintaining and transmitting vector-borne pathogens. This review summarizes current data on the occurrence, diversity, and prevalence of tick-borne pathogens in raccoons and raccoon dogs, and highlights the need for further research to understand their epidemiology and assess potential risks to wildlife.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Tal Azagi, Margriet Harms, Arno Swart, Manoj Fonville, Dieuwertje Hoornstra, Lapo Mughini-Gras, Joppe W. Hovius, Hein Sprong, Cees van den Wijngaard
Summary: The study found associations between the presence of tick-borne pathogens in ticks feeding on humans and self-reported symptoms. However, due to the subjective nature of such reports and the fact that infection was determined in the ticks and not in the patient samples, further prospective studies utilizing diagnostic modalities should be performed before any clinical outcome can be causally linked to infection with tick-borne pathogens.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Anastasia Diakou, Dimitra Sofroniou, Barbara Paoletti, Androniki Tamvakis, Stanislav Kolencik, Dimitris Dimzas, Simone Morelli, Marika Grillini, Donato Traversa
Summary: Ticks and fleas in dogs and cats from Cyprus were investigated in this study, and vector-borne pathogens were detected in these ectoparasites. The results emphasize the importance of systematic ectoparasite control in dogs and cats.
Review
Parasitology
Eric P. Caragata, Heverton L. C. Dutra, Pedro H. F. Sucupira, Alvaro G. A. Ferreira, Luciano A. Moreira
Summary: The review discusses the strategy of controlling arbovirus transmission by exploiting the Wolbachia-mosquito relationship, which has led to significant decreases in dengue virus incidence through releasing Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes. It also mentions that external factors can modulate Wolbachia density and transmission.
TRENDS IN PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Isabella Gruenberger, Amelie-Victoria Liebich, Temitayo Olabisi Ajibade, Oluwasola Olaiya Obebe, Nkiruka Fortunate Ogbonna, Licha N. N. Wortha, Maria S. S. Unterkoefler, Hans-Peter Fuehrer, Adekunle Bamidele Ayinmode
Summary: This study investigated the blood samples of 150 owned guard dogs in the southwest of Nigeria and found that 12% of samples tested positive for at least one pathogen. The prevalence of vector-borne pathogens in these dogs was lower than previous studies, possibly due to regular monitoring and treatment at veterinary clinics.
Article
Microbiology
Andreea Monica Bogdan, Mariana Ionita, Ioan Liviu Mitrea
Summary: This study investigated the seroprevalence of selected tick-borne pathogens among Romanian horses, revealing natural exposure of these horses to zoonotic tick-borne pathogens and the presence of antibodies against Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato, and Ehrlichia spp. The findings highlight the importance of further studies to better understand the epidemiology of equine tick-borne diseases in Romania.
Article
Parasitology
Juergen Kruecken, Gabor A. Czirjak, Sabrina Ramunke, Maria Serocki, Sonja K. Heinrich, Joerg Melzheimer, M. Carolina Costa, Heribert Hofer, Ortwin H. K. Aschenborn, Nancy A. Barker, Stefano Capodanno, Luis Madeira de Carvalho, Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna, Marion L. East, Bettina Wachter
Summary: A study on brown and spotted hyenas in Namibia and Tanzania revealed high frequencies of various pathogens, with frequent co-infections observed in the samples. Ecological conditions were found to have a greater impact on pathogen diversity and frequency than host taxonomy.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
