Article
Microbiology
Kirk Osmond Douglas, Claire Cayol, Kristian Michael Forbes, Thelma Alafia Samuels, Olli Vapalahti, Tarja Sironen, Marquita Gittens-St Hilaire
Summary: The study in Barbados found antibodies against orthohantaviruses, mammarenaviruses, and orthopoxviruses in wild mice and rats, but no viral RNA was detected. This is the first serological evidence of orthohantavirus infections in Mus musculus and mammarenavirus and orthopoxvirus infections in Rattus norvegicus and M. musculus in the English-speaking Caribbean. Rodents could pose a potential zoonotic and biosecurity risk for transmission of these human pathogens in Barbados.
Article
Agronomy
Glen Morris, Shawn Ehlers, John Shutske
Summary: This article examines recommended practices for U.S. small-scale farms to minimize disease susceptibility and highlights the lack of available resources for small-scale farmers. The review of literature focused on disease control and prevention measures in the United States is limited.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thandi Kapwata, Caradee Y. Wright, David Jean du Preez, Zamantimande Kunene, Angela Mathee, Takayoshi Ikeda, Willem Landman, Rajendra Maharaj, Neville Sweijd, Noboru Minakawa, Suzana Blesic
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between daily hospital admissions and climate variability and air quality in two public hospitals in Limpopo province, South Africa using wavelet transform cross-correlation analysis. The results showed that changes in air quality can predispose pneumonia prevalence, and malaria in South Africa is initiated by the co-occurrence of heat and rainfall. The study provided new statistical estimates of time delays between weather or air pollution changes and increases in hospital admissions for pneumonia and malaria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kenneth B. Yeh, Falgunee K. Parekh, Illich Mombo, Joseph Leimer, Roger Hewson, Gene Olinger, Jeanne M. Fair, Yijun Sun, John Hay
Summary: Climate change has complex impacts on global ecosystems, infectious diseases, and the interaction between hosts and vectors. It is crucial to address the challenges of interdisciplinary work and communicate these issues to the general public. The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the need for new approaches and predictive analytics to prevent disease spillover and promote biosecurity.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Adriana Viola F. Miranda, Bony Wiem Lestari, Annisa Indrarini, Fadilah Arsy, Saut Sagala, Mizan Bustanul Fuadi Bisri, Don Eliseo Lucero-Prisno III
Summary: This study aims to map the current policies and programs on climate change adaptation in ASEAN health systems, with a particular focus on policies related to infectious disease control. The research methods include literature search and policy analysis, and the findings will be presented in the form of a narrative report.
Review
Microbiology
Ka Y. Yuen, Helle Bielefeldt-Ohmann
Summary: RRV infection is the most common arboviral disease in humans in Australia, with no approved therapeutics or vaccines currently available. Establishing an equine model may aid in better understanding the pathogenesis and immunology of RRV disease.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Matthew M. Dacso, Dennis A. Bente, Scott C. Weaver, Gary P. Kobinger, Peter C. Melby, Susan L. F. McLellan, Philip H. Keiser, Sarah A. Hamer, Gabriel L. Hamer, Gerald W. Parker Jr, David I. Douphrate, Anabel Rodriguez, Michael L. Goodman, X. Ara, Gregory C. Gray
Summary: Texas is a state with a large geographic size, large populations of humans and animals, and extreme weather fluctuations. In the past 15 years, Texas has frequently experienced disasters causing significant morbidity and economic losses. An interdisciplinary network of professionals from various academic institutions has emerged to collaborate on protecting Texas and the USA, focusing on biopreparedness, pathogen understanding, therapeutics and vaccines development, and surveillance approaches. These partnerships strengthen our ability to prevent future catastrophes and protect human and animal health.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Will Smith
Summary: The emergence of zoonotic diseases has raised concerns about the balance between human and nature, as well as the impact on conservation efforts. Proposed responses to the COVID-19 pandemic could exacerbate conflicts between people and protected areas, and incorporating global viral surveillance systems into biodiversity conservation may create new tensions. Integration of biosecurity concerns into conservation policies needs to consider the unique challenges faced by human communities.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Nicholas W. Pilfold, Evan S. Richardson, John Ellis, Emily Jenkins, W. Brad Scandrett, Adrian Hernandez-Ortiz, Kayla Buhler, David McGeachy, Batol Al-Adhami, Kelly Konecsni, Vladislav A. Lobanov, Megan A. Owen, Bruce Rideout, Nicholas J. Lunn
Summary: The study reveals that as the Arctic warms due to climate change, zoonotic pathogen exposure in Western Hudson Bay polar bears has increased, especially in terms of Toxoplasma gondii and Francisella tularensis infection rates. Additionally, correlations with wetter and hotter summers suggest the impact of climate change on pathogen exposure in these polar bears.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Lia Barbara Arruda, Najmul Haider, Ayodeji Olayemi, David Simons, Deborah Ehichioya, Adesola Yinka-Ogunleye, Rashid Ansumana, Margaret J. Thomason, Danny Asogun, Chikwe Ihekweazu, Elisabeth Fichet-Calvet, Richard A. Kock
Summary: Lassa fever, a zoonotic disease circulating among rodents in West African countries, poses a public health burden. Human exposure to the Lassa virus is influenced by ecological factors and human behavior, which can affect the spread or control of the disease. Previous estimations of LF burden are outdated, and it is important to intensify interdisciplinary efforts to improve surveillance and control of LF in West Africa.
ANNALS OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND ANTIMICROBIALS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Po-Jen Lin, Tai-Lin Lee, Chih-Fu Wei, Chih-Wei Shih, Maria Soledad Hershey, Yu-Tien Hsu, Selotia Tausi, Vine Sosene, Pauke P. Maani, Malo Tupulaga, Yuan-Hung Lo
Summary: Stakeholder engagement is crucial in health research as it enhances the quality of research by incorporating diverse perspectives beyond the traditional research team. Funders recognize the benefits of stakeholder engagement on research outcomes and are making it mandatory in grant applications. Stakeholder engagement helps improve community health, knowledge, and well-being by reducing ambiguity in research findings and increasing early acceptance.
JOURNAL OF GLOBAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Joel Henrique Ellwanger, Loren B. Byrne, Jose Artur Bogo Chies
Summary: The ecology of zoonotic diseases in urban social-ecological systems is influenced by complex interactions between humans and the environment. Urban areas with high population densities and favorable habitats for vectors contribute to the spread of infectious diseases. However, urban living can also improve public health through better access to healthcare and the creation of infrastructure that reduces disease burdens.
Review
Physiology
Meghnath Dhimal, Dinesh Bhandari, Mandira Lamichhane Dhimal, Naviya Kafle, Prajjwal Pyakurel, Narayan Mahotra, Saeed Akhtar, Tariq Ismail, Ramesh C. Dhiman, David A. Groneberg, Uttam Babu Shrestha, Ruth Muller
Summary: Climate change has a significant impact on the Hindu Kush Himalayan region, leading to higher temperatures, increased precipitation, and more frequent extreme events. This has posed serious threats to the health and well-being of the residents, particularly in terms of infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, malnutrition, and injuries. Urgent adaptation and mitigation measures are needed to safeguard the vulnerable populations in the HKH region.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Immunology
Paul J. Edelson, Rachel Harold, Joel Ackelsberg, Jeffrey S. Duchin, Steven J. Lawrence, Yukari C. Manabe, Matt Zahn, Regina C. LaRocque
Summary: The rapid warming of the planet due to increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide and other gases from fossil fuel combustion has strong links to the transmission of infectious diseases. Changes in temperature, humidity, and weather-related phenomena impact pathogens, vectors, and animal hosts. These changes, along with social and environmental factors affected by climate change, such as land use, migration, and vector control, contribute to the prevalence of infectious diseases. Vector- and waterborne diseases, coccidioidomycosis, emerging infectious diseases, and antimicrobial resistance are all likely to be impacted by a warming planet. Adequate resources for surveillance, public health activities, and education for clinicians on the health impacts of climate change are urgently needed to address this major global public health challenge.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Review
Microbiology
Kirk Osmond Douglas, Karl Payne, Gilberto Sabino-Santos Jr, John Agard
Summary: With the current climate change crisis, understanding the impact of climate on infectious diseases, such as hantavirus infections, is crucial. This systematic review found evidence of the association between climatic factors, such as precipitation and habitat type, and human hantavirus infections in Latin America and the Caribbean. However, more research is needed to fully understand the complexity of vector-borne disease transmission in the region.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
J. R. Fletcher, K. Y. Yuen, A. J. Stewart, A. C. Young, J. S. Gibson, O. A. James, C. E. Medina-Torres, B. M. Forde, A. Sole-Guitart
Summary: Chronic oroantral fistulae (OAF) with secondary sinusitis can occur in horses following repulsion of cheek teeth. This case report describes the successful treatment of a complicated OAF with concurrent MDR Escherichia coli infection using various therapeutic strategies. Whole-genome sequencing may be beneficial in guiding antimicrobial selection for MDR or XDR infections in the future.
AUSTRALIAN VETERINARY JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Cleide H. Sprohnle-Barrera, Justine S. Gibson, Rochelle Price, Rikki M. Graham, Amy Jennison, Madeline R. Ricca, Rachel E. Allavena
Summary: This study reports a case of severe subcutaneous emphysema and multi-organ failure in a Siberian Husky dog. Pathological and genetic analysis revealed Clostridium perfringens type A as the causative pathogen with multiple virulence-related genes.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC INVESTIGATION
(2022)
Article
Virology
Ka Y. Yuen, Joerg Henning, Melodie D. Eng, Althea S. W. Wang, Martin F. Lenz, Karen M. Caldwell, Mitchell P. Coyle, Helle Bielefeldt-Ohmann
Summary: The seroprevalence of common mosquito-borne virus infections in horses in Australia, as well as the impact of climate change on the epidemiology of these diseases, was investigated in this study. It was found that Ross River virus is the most common arbovirus infection in horses, followed by Barmah Forest virus. The potential use of horses as sentinels for arbovirus monitoring and the cross-reactivity of antibodies between different viruses should be further studied.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Xueli Wang, Jessica C. Wise, Allison J. Stewart
VETERINARY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA-EQUINE PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tasneem Imam, Justine S. Gibson, Suman Das Gupta, Mohammad Foysal, Shetu B. Das, Md Ahasanul Hoque, Guillaume Fournie, Joerg Henning
Summary: Adapting the Social Cognitive Theory framework, a cross-sectional study was conducted on 137 commercial chicken farms in Bangladesh to investigate factors influencing farmers' behavior towards the application of antimicrobials. The study found that almost all farmers used antimicrobials for treating poultry diseases, with a significant percentage also using them for healthy growth and increased production. The inappropriate usage of antimicrobials was primarily driven by short-term goals, while farmers' perception of control over antimicrobial administration had a marginal influence. The study suggests the need for targeted education programs to reduce antimicrobial application in poultry flocks.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Brianna L. Clark, Nicholas J. Bamford, Allison J. Stewart, Molly E. McCue, Aaron Rendahl, Simon R. Bailey, Francois-Rene Bertin, Elaine M. Norton
Summary: The study revealed that the HMGA2:c.83G>A variant is associated with decreased height and higher insulin concentrations in ponies across different breeds. This variant explains 90.5% of the height variation and 7.1% of the insulin variation. Ponies with the A/A genotype are over 10 cm shorter than other genotypes, and A/A and G/A individuals have significantly higher basal insulin concentrations compared to G/G individuals.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Helen Owen, Emily Jones, Carla Kowald, Sebastian Hand, Michael McGowan, Rowland Cobbold, Tamsin S. Barnes, Justine S. Gibson, Shahab Ranjbar, Chiara Palmieri, Rachel Allavena
Summary: This study aimed to create a post-mortem data collection tool for evaluating liver diseases in Australian beef cattle and to analyze the pathological findings in both normal and condemned livers. The study developed an efficient tool for rapid assessment of large numbers of cattle livers, allowing thorough investigation into the impact of liver disease on beef production.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sara Horsman, Erika Meler, Deirdre Mikkelsen, John Mallyon, Hong Yao, Ricardo J. Soares Magalhaes, Justine S. S. Gibson
Summary: This study investigates the associations between Staphylococcus spp. infections and nasal microbiota in a canine animal shelter population. It reveals that shelter dogs with dermatological conditions have different nasal microbial communities compared to those without dermatological conditions, with decreased diversity and abundance. The study emphasizes the importance of exploring decolonization and probiotic therapies for restoring the nasal microbiota.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sandani S. Thilakarathne, Nicholas K. Y. Yuen, Mohammad Mahmudul Hassan, Thishan C. Yahathugoda, Swaid Abdullah
Summary: This study evaluated the distribution and prevalence of dirofilariasis in Sri Lanka and India, finding that most cases in these countries are subcutaneous infections, with the eye being the most commonly affected organ. India has both heartworm and subcutaneous infections in dogs, while Sri Lanka has only reported subcutaneous infections. The distribution pattern and reasons behind this difference require further research.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Jordan Flood, David Byrne, Jennifer Bauquier, Gustavo Ferlini Agne, Jessica C. Wise, Carlos E. Medina-Torres, Kelly Wood, Olivia Sullivan, Allison J. Stewart
Summary: Right dorsal colitis (RDC) is a gastrointestinal disease in horses caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which can have serious consequences. Overdose of NSAIDs is a common cause, and clinical presentations include diarrhea, colic, and increased heart rate. According to the analysis of clinical data, increased heart rate, increased packed cell volume, and abnormal appearance of mucous membranes are associated with a significantly decreased survival rate.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Jinnat Ferdous, Md Helal Uddin, Rashed Mahmud, Mathew Hennessey, Abdullah Al Sattar, Suman Das Gupta, Justine S. Gibson, Robyn Alders, Joerg Henning, Guillaume Fournie, Md. Ahasanul Hoque
Summary: Bangladesh's commercial poultry production is rapidly growing, primarily due to the perception that processed poultry provides safer food than traditional live bird markets. However, this study found a lack of consistency in quality control and meat traceability within the dressed and processed poultry production and distribution network (PDN). This raises concerns about the safety of dressed poultry products and the potential increase in food-borne disease risks.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Correction
Veterinary Sciences
Jinnat Ferdous, Helal Uddin, Rashed Mahmud, Mathew Hennessey, Abdullah Al Sattar, Suman Das Gupta, Justine S. Gibson, Robyn Alders, Joerg Henning, Guillaume Fournie, Ahasanul Hoque
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Alexandra M. McGowan, Jennifer M. Seddon, Janet M. Lanyon, Nicholas Clark, Justine S. Gibson
Summary: Bacterial isolates cultured from the fresh faeces of dugongs in Queensland, Australia, showed resistance to antibiotics such as penicillin and trimethoprim, and contained various resistance and virulence genes. This highlights the role that dugongs can play as a sentinel species for antimicrobial resistance in coastal waters.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Abbey Cox, Allison J. Stewart
Summary: Insect Bite Hypersensitivity (IBH) is the most common pruritic disease of horses, caused by sensitivity to the saliva of biting midges or other insects. It affects up to 60% of horses in some areas and has significant welfare concerns. There is currently no cure, but management strategies include minimizing insect bites and symptomatic therapy with corticosteroids and antihistamines. New therapies such as vaccines and desensitization procedures show promise in controlling hypersensitivity reactions.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Flavia Santamaria, Rolf Schlagloth, Ludovica Valenza, Rupert Palme, Deidre de Villiers, Joerg Henning
Summary: Habitat loss, urbanisation and climate change can cause stress in koalas. Non-invasive monitoring of faecal cortisol metabolites (FCMs) can be used to evaluate the impact of stress. The effectiveness of two enzyme immunoassays (EIAs), 50c and cortisol, in measuring FCM values in wild, stressed koalas was tested. Diseased and injured koalas had significantly higher FCM values than clinically healthy control animals as measured by the 50c EIA. Only the 50c EIA detected higher absolute values in males, and also found that females showed a more elevated response to stress manifested by injury and disease. The cortisol EIA was also found unreliable in detecting stress in rehabilitated koalas treated with synthetic glucocorticoids as it cross-reacts with these chemicals.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
