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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Khalid A. Kheirallah, Abdel-Hameed Al-Mistarehi, Lora Alsawalha, Zaidoun Hijazeen, Heba Mahrous, Sami Sheikali, Salam Al-Ramini, Mohammad Maayeh, Rachel Dodeen, Mahmoud Farajeh, Nezar Masadeh, Amer Alemam, Jomana Alsulaiman, Dalia Samhouri
Summary: This study prioritized zoonotic diseases of national significance in Jordan using a multi-sectoral One Health approach. Seven diseases were identified as top priorities, with rabies being the number one priority. Key recommendations included establishing a one-health platform, enhancing surveillance and laboratory capabilities, and improving communication and collaboration between sectors to combat zoonotic disease threats. The study results can serve as a valuable guide for policymakers and stakeholders in enhancing prevention and control strategies.
Review
Virology
Susanne Kessler, Timm C. Harder, Martin Schwemmle, Kevin Ciminski
Summary: Zoonotic infections of humans with influenza A viruses (IAVs) from animal reservoirs can lead to severe disease and pandemic outbreaks. The creation of manmade reservoirs through livestock farming has significantly facilitated the transmission of IAVs between humans and animals. Controlling IAV spread within these animal reservoirs and monitoring the emergence of new strains with pandemic potential are crucial in reducing zoonotic events.
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Mathematics, Applied
Markus Gahn
Summary: Reactive transport processes in porous media, including thin heterogeneous layers, have significant applications. This paper investigates a reaction-diffusion problem with nonlinear diffusion in a domain consisting of two bulk domains separated by a thin layer with periodic heterogeneous structure. A macroscopic model with effective interface conditions between the bulk domains is derived when the thin layer reduces to an interface. The oscillations within the layer require combining dimension reduction techniques with methods from homogenization theory.
COMMUNICATIONS ON PURE AND APPLIED ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Atnaf Alebie, Tibeyin Tewachew
Summary: The study aimed to identify the impact of general public knowledge, attitudes, and risk factors related to animal contact on zoonotic disease transmission in rural household heads in North Gondar area, Ethiopia. Results showed that household practices were influenced by agro-ecology activities, livestock management, household size, types of livestock raised, and awareness of zoonoses. This underscored the importance of raising awareness and interdisciplinary collaboration among veterinarians, public health practitioners, and policymakers.
VETERINARY MEDICINE-RESEARCH AND REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Antwi Joseph Barimah, Tweneboah Yvonne Ofosua, Henry Ofosu Addo, Samuella Klenam Agbomadzi, Adom-Brobbey David, Stephen Boakye Agyei, Anin Amoateng Eric
Summary: The study revealed that university students have a moderate level of knowledge on zoonotic infections, with the majority understanding the term "zoonoses" and knowing at least one route of transmission. Close contact with infected animals and consumption of contaminated food were seen as common ways of spread according to the majority of respondents.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSIGHTS
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manoj Kumar, Muzaffar Hasan, Anshu Sharma, Rajat Suhag, Chirag Maheshwari, Radha, Deepak Chandran, Kanika Sharma, Sangram Dhumal, Marisennayya Senapathy, Krishnaprabu Natarajan, Sheela Punniyamoorthy, Pran Mohankumar, Abhijit Dey, Vishal Deshmukh, T. Anitha, V. Balamurugan, Ravi Pandiselvam, Jose M. Lorenzo, John F. Kennedy
Summary: Human awareness of health measures to enhance disease resilience has increased due to recent health risks. Plant-derived polysaccharides have shown significant biological activity and are low in toxicity, making them promising candidates for disease prevention. Tinospora cordifolia polysaccharides extracted through various techniques have demonstrated multiple health benefits, and the innovative extraction method of supercritical-fluid extraction (SFE) yields the highest quality polysaccharides. This review covers the extraction methods, structural characterization, and biological activities of T. cordifolia polysaccharides, providing valuable insights for further research and potential applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Asok Kumar Mariappan, Karikalan Mathesh, Sankar Muthu, Mukesh Bhatt, Megha Sharma, G. Saikumar, Kuldeep Dhama
Summary: This study reports the pathological and molecular identification of Mycobacterium avium causing avian mycobacteriosis in domestic pigeons. Ten adult racing pigeons out of 30 showed severe chronic and debilitating disease followed by death. Clinical signs included chronic emaciation, dullness, ruffled feathers, lameness, and greenish, watery diarrhea. Post-mortem examination revealed multifocal granulomatous lesions in various organs, and PCR analysis confirmed the presence of Mycobacterium avium infection. This is the first detailed report of avian mycobacteriosis in pigeons from India, highlighting the need for strict surveillance to prevent potential zoonotic infections in humans.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Letter
Surgery
Hitesh Chopra, Md. Aminul Islam, Deepak Chandran, Talha B. Emran, Nahed A. El-Shall, Jaffar A. Al-Tawfiq, Kuldeep Dhama
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Surgery
Chiranjib Chakraborty, Manojit Bhattacharya, Hitesh Chopra, Md. Aminul Islam, Gutulla Saikumar, Kuldeep Dhama
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Surgery
Sumira Malik, Archna Dhasmana, Jutishna Bora, Priyanka Uniyal, Petr Slama, Subham Preetam, Hitesh Chopra, Md. Aminul Islam, Kuldeep Dhama
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Surgery
Sumira Malik, Ishan Pandey, Shristi Kishore, T. Sundarrajan, Shachindra L. Nargund, Arbinda Ghosh, Talha Bin Emran, Wanpen Chaicumpa, Kuldeep Dhama
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Orthopedics
Ranjit Sah, Aroop Mohanty, Ranjana Rohilla, Bijaya Kumar Padhi, Nahed A. El-Shall, Deepak Chandran, Talha Bin Emran, Wanpen Chaicumpa, Kuldeep Dhama
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY OPEN
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mehak Nisar, Shafayat Ahmad Beigh, Abdul Qayoom Mir, Syed Ashaq Hussain, Aijaz Ahmad Dar, Iqbal Yatoo, Adil Mehraj Khan
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the role of vitamin D in redox balance, insulin resistance, and its predicting value for subclinical pregnancy toxemia (SPT) in pregnant ewes. The results showed that ewes with insufficient vitamin D had significantly lower total antioxidant capacity (TAC) compared to ewes with sufficient vitamin D, and there were significant differences in metabolite concentrations between the two groups. Additionally, vitamin D was positively correlated with fructosamine, calcium, and TAC, and negatively correlated with non-esterified fatty acid (NEFA) and total oxidant status (TOS). Ewes with insufficient vitamin D had a higher risk of developing SPT two weeks prior to lambing and at lambing.
DOMESTIC ANIMAL ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mahmoud Alagawany, Shaaban S. Elnesr, Ahmed A. Saleh, Nahed Ahmed El-Shall, Mahmoud M. Azzam, Kuldeep Dhama, Mayada R. Farag
Summary: Azolla pinnata, a widely distributed aquatic fern, can be used as a protein source in bird and animal feed. It has various pharmacological properties and can serve as an antioxidant, immunological booster, hepatoprotector, as well as a phytoremediator and bioremediator. Feeding azolla-based diets improves performance and egg production in laying ducks.
WORLDS POULTRY SCIENCE JOURNAL
(2023)
Editorial Material
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Chiranjib Chakraborty, Manojit Bhattacharya, Kuldeep Dhama, Sang-Soo Lee
MOLECULAR THERAPY-NUCLEIC ACIDS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chiranjib Chakraborty, Manojit Bhattacharya, Abinit Saha, Abdulrahman Alshammari, Metab Alharbi, G. Saikumar, Soumen Pal, Kuldeep Dhama, Sang -Soo Lee
Summary: This study reports the structural and molecular interaction landscape of the favipiravir-SARS-CoV-2 RdRp complex, providing insights into its antiviral mechanism and the design of more potent antiviral drugs. This research has significant implications for future epidemics and pandemics.
JOURNAL OF INFECTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Poonam Choudhary, Surya Tushir, Manju Bala, Sanjula Sharma, Manjeet Kaur Sangha, Heena Rani, Nileshwari Raju Yewle, Parminder Kumar, Diksha Singla, Deepak Chandran, Manoj Kumar, Mohamed Mekhemar
Summary: Honey bee products, including honey, propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, bee wax and bee venom, have been recognized for their pharmacological and health-promoting benefits. They have been investigated for their potential role in preventing oral diseases, as they contain a range of biologically active compounds. This review aims to provide an update on the understanding of the role, biological activities, and mechanism of action of selected bee products, namely honey, propolis, and royal jelly, in relation to oral health. The safety of incorporating bee products is also discussed.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Md. Aminul Islam, Mizbahul K. Hemo, Abdullah Al Marzan, Md. Sakil Arman, Mohammad N. Hasan, Md Azizul Haque, Prosun Bhattacharya
Summary: Dengue virus infection has become a major health concern in Bangladesh, with a record high prevalence and fatality rates in 2022. Mosquitoes, the vectors for dengue virus, have found favorable breeding conditions in June and July, leading to a high infection rate. While there is no specific vaccine available currently, awareness of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and symptoms may help in developing better diagnostic and treatment strategies. The government should also improve urban infrastructure to prevent mosquito breeding and the spread of dengue infection.
ANNALS OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Medicine, General & Internal
Hitesh Chopra, Muhammad S. Khan, Simona Cavalu, Pradipta R. Rauta, Kuldeep Dhama, Talha B. Emran
ANNALS OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chiranjib Chakraborty, Manojit Bhattacharya, Abdulrahman Alshammari, Metab Alharbi, Thamer H. Albekairi, Chunfu Zheng
Summary: This study examines the structural and molecular interaction of the Mpro-nirmatrelvir complex. The results provide insights into the characteristics and dynamics of the complex, which can aid in the design of broad-spectrum antiviral molecules and the fight against SARS-CoV-2 and other infectious viruses.
JOURNAL OF INFECTION AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
